Assistive Technology Officer, 21hpw
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Part time
Advert Start Date:
17/01/2025
Advert End Date:
21/02/2025 12:00
Salary:
£25,183 pa pro rata (£13.05 ph Plus Enhancements)
Job Category:
Social Care - Adult Service
Employment Location:
Jarrow Town Hall
Further Information
Assistive Technology Officer, 21hpw
(Technology and Independence Service, Jarrow Town Hall)
£25,183 pa pro rata (£13.05 ph Plus Enhancements)
The world of Technology Enabled Care is expanding every day with new technologies and digital solutions that can support people to remain safe and independent in their own homes.
We are looking for individuals enthusiastic about providing this type of support to residents of South Tyneside.
In this role you will work in a fast-paced environment working both within the alarm receiving centre, answering calls from people in times of crisis, and also in the community installing and servicing the equipment our assessment team has prescribed.
This service is 24/7, 365 days a year and is provided to such principles that meet TSA Quality Standards. This role requires that you work a pattern of early and late shifts covering 7 days. Early shifts are rota’d as 07:00 – 14:00 and Late shifts are rota’d at 14:00 – 21:00.
You will work within a supportive and proactive team of TEC professionals with an agreed goal of providing an effective and efficient Assistive Technology service. You will also be given full onsite training to allow you to complete your role competently. The role also opens up the prospect of additional learning, training and progression within South Tyneside Council.
We offer an excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave allowances, local pension scheme and smarter travel options. For further information is available here - www.southtyneside.gov.uk/workinghere
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Danielle Surrey, Team Manager – Technology and Independence on (0191) 424 4509 / 07946266610.
South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
Please note that if you apply for this role, all communication regarding your application will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, please ensure you check your junk mail.
Closing date: Noon, 21 February 2025
Interviews will be held on 10 March 2025