Further Information
1. Are you passionate about supporting young people and their families in the borough?
2. Do you want a new challenge and opportunity to make a difference to the lives of Children in Care and Care experienced young people in the Stockton-on-Tees area?
3. Can you give young people a chance to learn how to build their skills to manage a home of their own?
Look no further, we have a fantastic and rewarding opportunity to join our Supported Accommodation Service as a Link worker here at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.
Our Children’s Service is focussed on achieving the best possible outcomes for our children and young people. We are seeking to recruit a Link Worker to our Supported Accommodation service for young people aged 16-21 years old, who are unable to live with their families and require support to build their independence skills, resilience and learn how to manage a property of their own.
This is a rewarding role, where you will be expected to be a positive role model for our young people and engage them in the support available. You will need to be compassionate, responsive, enthusiastic and approachable and able to work to relevant legislative requirements and guidance issued by Ofsted.
We have a comprehensive training package to support you along the way. All you need to be a success are:
4. Good communication and problem solving skills
5. Knowledge and understanding of working with children and young people in care or care experience
6. An ability to build strong positive relationships with young people of the borough and partner agencies
7. Able to work to a rota that will include some evening and weekend work
8. A DBS check and relevant previous employment history checks
For more detailed information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification included in the Supporting Documents section.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council prides itself on being a great place to work where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
9. A competitive salary of up to £33,699
10. 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
11. Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
12. Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, a car lease scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
For more information about working for Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, please visit the Careers section on our website: