Care Support Assistant - Children's Residential (VN075)

North East Autism Society; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in children's care as a Care Support Assistant in Newton Aycliffe. You'll provide essential support to children, helping them with daily living skills and community engagement while enjoying extensive training and rewards, including a competitive salary and generous employee benefits.

Benefits

Over 7 weeks’ holiday a year

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Instant access to up to 40% of your salary as you earn it

Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues

Access to Blue Light Card

Refer-a-friend scheme – receive £500

Further specialist training to develop your career

Qualifications

• Good team player with a can-do attitude.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Ability to build trusting relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support children in daily activities and community outings.
• Assist with school preparation and personal care.
• Help children develop their independence and fulfil their potential.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Resilience

Approachability

Job description

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Care Support Assistant - Children's Residential (VN075), Newton Aycliffe

Client:

North East Autism Society

Location:

Newton Aycliffe, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

Job Description:

• Base salary of £19,661.15 - £20,241.18, boosted by on average two sleep-ins a month at around £90 a shift (£2,160 a year)
• Over 7 weeks’ holiday a year
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Instant access to up to 40% of your salary as you earn it
• You’ll be paid and supported to achieve your Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
• Further specialist training to develop your career
• Employee discounts on over 130,000 shops and entertainment venues, including Tesco, Argos, cinemas and holidays
• Access to Blue Light Card, the discount service for emergency and social care staff
• Refer-a-friend scheme – receive £500
• Beautiful working environment – see our homes, schools and services here

About the role

Our children’s residential homes create a “home from home” environment for our children and young people.

Working independently and as part of a team, you’ll support children in the home and out and about in the community – getting ready for school, preparing meals, going trampolining or swimming, days out and holidays, and accessing medical appointments. Whatever their passions, you’ll help them fulfil their potential and develop their independence.

For a full job description and person specification, see the attached document.

About you

While we value experience, it is not essential to have previously worked in health and social care, or with autistic people. Our comprehensive induction, training and mentoring will give you all the skills and tools you need to thrive in your career.

All that we ask is that you are a good team player with a can-do attitude, drive and resilience for what can be a demanding role. You should be friendly and approachable with good communication skills, enabling you to build positive, trusting relationships with the children in your care.

Our staff come from all walks of life, and bring their experiences, interests and skills – be that cooking, sports, the outdoors, art or crafts – with them to enrich children’s lives. If you’re seeking a rewarding job and want to make a genuine difference, this is the role for you.