Emergency Response & Assistive Tech Officer

South Tyneside Council; Jarrow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Local pension scheme

Smarter travel options

Job summary

South Tyneside Council invites applications for a Technology and Independence Officer (Days) based in Jarrow Town Hall. The role operates in the Alarm Receiving Centre, responding to urgent resident calls and coordinating with responders and emergency services to provide timely support.

It also involves community work, installing assistive technology to help residents stay safe and independent at home. Working 28 hours per week on a four-on, four-off rota with shifts 07:00-15:00 and 13:30-21:30,

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls from residents who need help urgently.
• Listen carefully, establish what is happening and liaise with Responders and Emergency Services to coordinate the right support.

Job description

South Tyneside Council invites applications for a Technology and Independence Officer (Days) based in Jarrow Town Hall. The role operates in the Alarm Receiving Centre, responding to urgent resident calls and coordinating with responders and emergency services to provide timely support.

It also involves community work, installing assistive technology to help residents stay safe and independent at home. Working 28 hours per week on a four-on, four-off rota with shifts 07:00-15:00 and 13:30-21:30,