Current Vacancies
Talbot House Trust have some exciting opportunities to join our workforce. We are seeking to recruit a number of staff who are enthusiastic, energetic and ambitious to join our committed staff teams.
How to apply:
You must submit a fully completed application form, CV’s are not accepted, please use the Job Description and Personal Specification below to help you fully complete the application form.
If you require help with this, the HR Department are here to help and can send an application pack to you by email or post if that is better suited to you, please contact us at our email address or contact us by telephone to discuss how we can further assist you with your application. Alternatively please return your completed application form to the Human Resources Department, HR@TalbotHouseTrust.co.uk.
Talbot House Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS Check and Disclosure. This role is advertised under our Safer Recruitment Policy available on the main Jobs page of this website.
We are currently recruiting for the following role/s:
Registered Manager Children's Home - Chadersley
Are you an outstanding children’s home registered manager who can see the potential in children and help them to achieve their ambitions? Can you transform practice so that children and young people thrive within the best possible care? Are you a leader who promotes fun and active environments? If so we want to hear from you!
Check out Chadersley’s statement of purpose:
People with exceptional skills and experience, who are passionate about the care and protection of children are the candidates we want to hear from.
All of our children are complex, and understanding their unique needs and challenges is important. Understanding the impact these complexities can have is vital to this role, but seeing their potential and enabling children to progress into adulthood successfully is what we aspire too. We achieve this within a therapeutic and empathetic environment and the right manager will lead, motivate a team to enable children and young people to succeed.
Chadersley Children's Home is part of Talbot House Trust who are a registered Children’s Charity with a Residential Children's Home and Non-maintained Special School on their site in Newcastle. Set in 8 acres of beautifully maintained gardens and land, you would be forgiven if you thought we are based in the heart of the countryside, however, we are in Walbottle, offering an easy commute.
Our Mission
We exist to improve the lives of the children we work with. Talbot House School provides education for children who have a special educational need which centres around their social, emotional or mental health difficulties. Our children's home provides a safe and secure environment where children who cannot live within a family unit can achieve permanence, while they develop the skills and confidence they need to prepare for adulthood.
Our core values are:
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to focus on the individual's need while celebrating their skills.
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to develop emotional literacy, resilience and acceptance.
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to encourage good relationships with support, empathy and understanding.
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to provide kindness, nurturing and a safe and warm atmosphere .
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to re-engage children in learning, in all aspects of life.
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to provide an environment where we are all equally valued.
We are looking to recruit a Registered Manager who can create a strong management team and is committed to building a culture in the home that matches the organisation’s values as set out above. This is a pivotal role with scope to shape and contribute to the future of the home and the wider organisation.
In addition to managing our Residential Children’s Home, the new Registered Manager will form part of the Senior Management Team (SMT). Working alongside our current SMT including our CEO, Head of Development (and Deputy CEO) and Head Teacher from our School, the successful applicant really does have an opportunity to change children’s lives.
If you:
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are ambitious, enthusiastic, knowledgeable dynamic and forward thinking
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can demonstrate a successful track record of Ofsted inspections
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share our values and,
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have a passion to provide quality care and to change children’s lives
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hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Residential Child Care or an alternative relevant degree level qualification (please list degree units on your application) or are currently working towards this qualification or would be willing to work towards this as a priority…
we would like to hear from you.
We see this as a pivotal role within the organisation and we are prepared to pay a competitive salary for the right person, this will be up to £52,500 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. We are planning to enhance the provision we currently offer, this will be a very exciting time to join our residential team and SMT.
Working at the Trust you will be:
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working with a passionate team.
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working in a modern home environment, set within 8 acres of beautiful land with ample parking.
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provided with meals while at work.
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added to the update service paid for by the Trust.
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able to join a competitive pension scheme.
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rewarded with additional holidays for length of service.
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offered opportunities to undertake training and gain qualifications relevant to the role.
To apply please request an application pack from, and send your completed application form to: HR@TalbotHouseTrust.co.uk
Closing Date: 31 January 2023.
Shortlisting: 01 February 2023.
1st Interview Date: TBC
Please see our full job description and personal specification for full details. Don’t forget to read our tips for applicants to help you successfully complete your application form. Please feel free to contact the HR Department on 01912290111 or the email above, for an informal discussion or with any questions you may have, we are always happy to help.
Registered Manager Job Description & Personal Specification
Deputy Registered Manager Children's Home - Chadersley
Chadersley Children’s Home (part of Talbot House Trust)
Full time, competitive salary.
Chadersley Children's Home, part of Talbot House Trust, are a registered Charity with a Residential Children's Home and School on the same site. Set in 8 acres of beautifully maintained gardens and land, you would be forgiven if you thought we are based in the heart of the countryside, however, we are in Walbottle, offering an easy commute for our staff.
We are looking to recruit a Deputy Registered Manager who can assist the Registered Manager to create a solid foundation and is committed to building a culture in the home that matches the organisation’s ethos and values.
By assisting the management of our Residential Children’s Home, the Deputy Registered Manager will really does have an opportunity to change children’s lives.
If you
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are ambitious, enthusiastic, knowledgeable dynamic and forward thinking
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can demonstrate a successful track record of Ofsted inspections
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share our values and,
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have a passion to provide quality care and to change children’s lives
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hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Residential Child Care or an alternative relevant degree level qualification (please list degree units on your application) or are currently working towards this qualification or would be willing to work towards this as a priority…
we would like to hear from you.
The successful applicant will assist the Registered Manager, deputising in their absence, to take the lead in maintaining the high standards we have set. You will be dynamic, forward thinking and skilled in supporting young people with complex needs. You will demonstrate high aspirations for our children to successfully manage our five bedroom Residential Children’s Home. With strong communication skills and an awareness and sensitivity of dealing with the issues surrounding a challenging environment, the successful applicant will demonstrate a natural passion for working with the care that we provide to our young people and in ensuring our staff thrive to meet their potential and are seen as positive role models.
To apply for the role, you must be able to demonstrate a minimum of 2 years’ experience of working within a successful residential children’s home, ideally with experience of supervising or managing staff.
Ideally, the successful applicant will already hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Residential Child Care; however, we will consider applicants who are currently working towards this qualification or willing to do so. The successful applicant must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare to apply for this role; this is a non-negotiable requirement of the role.
We see this as a pivotal role within the home and we are prepared to pay a competitive salary for the right person who shares are values and ethos. We are planning to enhance the provision we currently offer, this will be a very exciting time to join our residential team.
Working at the Trust you will be:
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working with a passionate team.
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working in a modern home environment, with ample parking.
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provided with meals while at work.
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added to the update service paid for by the Trust.
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able to join a competitive pension scheme.
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rewarded with additional holidays for length of service.
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offered opportunities to undertake training and gain qualifications relevant to the role.
Please see our full job description and personal specification for full details. Don’t forget to read our tips for applicants to help you successfully complete your application form. Please feel free to contact the HR Department with any questions you may have, we are happy to help.
To apply please request an application pack from and send your completed application form to the HR department email HR@TalbotHouseTrust.co.uk
Closing Date: 31 January 2023
Shortlisting: 01 February 2023
1st Interview Date: TBC
Please feel free to contact the HR Department on 01912290111 or the email above, with any questions you may have, we are happy to help.
Deputy Registered Manager Job Description & Personal Specification
Senior Residential Childcare Worker - Chadersley
Talbot House Trust are a registered charitable trust with a Residential Children's Home and School on the same site. Set in 8 acres of beautifully maintained gardens and land, you would be forgiven if you thought we are based in the heart of the countryside, however, we are in Walbottle, offering an easy commute for our staff.
We are looking to recruit additional full time Senior Residential Childcare worker to join our team.
The role of our SRCWs is to support the Registered Manager with the effective and efficient running of our 5 bedroom home. Our staff help us to provide security and stability for the young people, enabling the young people to achieve positive change in their lives.
In addition to our competitive salary which starts at £25,201 per annum and increases to £26,011 per annum following successful probationary period and rises further to £27,142 per annum with length of service.
Sleep-ins paid an extra £60 per sleep shift.
Hours are 37.5 per week / 162.5 per month.
Overtime is paid at an enhanced rate.
Please do not delay your application as you might miss out on a great opportunity and a very rewarding job.
Closing Date: 31 January 2023.
Shortlisting: 01 February 2023.
1st Interview Date: TBC
If you have any queries regarding this position or the application process, please contact HR, 0191 2290111 or email HR@TalbotHouseTrust.co.uk.
Snr RCW Person Specification
Snr RCW Job Description
Residential Childcare Worker - Full Time and Bank Staff
An exciting opportunity is available to join our Trust as a Residential Childcare Worker (RCW). Working within our Residential Children's Home you will join our committed staff providing security and stability for up to 5 young people. Our RCWs play an important role supporting the Registered Manager and Senior Residential Childcare Workers with the day to day running of the home, enabling our young people to achieve positive change in their lives.
If you believe you have what it takes to enhance our team please apply.
Salary starts at £20,898 per annum (full time) and £10.72 per hour (Bank Staff), rate increases to £21,214 per annum following a successful probationary period.
Salary levels further increase following 1 year of continuous service, and again following completion of the NVQ Level3, which is paid for by the Trust (subject to training agreement).
Sleep-ins paid an extra £60 per sleep shift.
Hours are 37.5 per week / 162.5 per month.
Overtime is paid at an enhanced rate.
Please do not delay your application as you might miss out on a great opportunity and a very rewarding job.
Closing Date: 31 January 2023.
Shortlisting: 01 February 2023.
1st Interview Date: TBC
If you have any queries regarding this position or the application process, please contact HR, 0191 2290111 or email HR@TalbotHouseTrust.co.uk.
RCW Person Specification
RCW Job Description
Primary Teacher (2 x Maternity Cover Vacancies)
Talbot House Trust are looking to recruit two qualified primary teachers to cover a period of maternity leave. The suitable applicants must have experience of working with SEN pupils with complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, Trauma and attachment, some of pupils may have multiple needs.
We are a small non-maintained school with pupils ranging from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4, both roles are to teach Key Stage 1 & 2. Class sizes are rarely bigger than 6 pupils.
The applicant should have excellent subject knowledge, high expectations for all pupils and excellent classroom management skills.
If you believe you have what it takes to become part of our fantastic team please apply.
Starting date is as soon as possible, until the end of the current academic year. However, we may be able to offer the role/s on a permanent basis to our ever-increasing pupil numbers, although this is not guaranteed.
Hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm and 8:00am to 3:00pm on a Friday. Alternatively, we could offer the following hours of work, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 4:30pm and 8:30am to 3:30pm on a Friday.
Salary will depend on experience.
Please do not delay your application as you might miss out on a great opportunity and a very rewarding job.
Closing Date: 19 February 2023.
Shortlisting Date: 20 February 2023.
1st Interview Date: TBC
If you have any queries regarding this position or the application process, please contact HR on: 0191 229 0111 or email: HR@TalbotHouseTrust.co.uk
Primary Teacher (Maternity Cover) Job Description & Specification
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Talbot House Trust are looking to recruit two additional LSAs, to work across KS1, KS2, KS3 & KS4.
The suitable applicants must have experience of working with SEN pupils with complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, Trauma and attachment, some of pupils may have multiple needs.
We are a small non-maintained school with pupils ranging from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 4. Class sizes are rarely bigger than 6 pupils.
If you believe you have what it takes to become part of our fantastic team please apply.
Starting date is as soon as possible, pending notice period.
Hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 8:00am to 4:00pm and 8:00am to 3:00pm on a Friday. Alternatively, we could offer the following hours of work, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 4:30pm and 8:30am to 3:30pm on a Friday.
Salary: £20,191.00 per annum (actual salary).
Closing Date: 19 February 2023.
Shortlisting Date: 20 February 2023.
1st Interview Date: TBC
If you have any queries regarding this position or the application process, please contact HR on: 0191 229 0111 or email: HR@TalbotHouseTrust.co.uk
Learning Support Assistant
Job Description & Specification
Domestic Assistant x2
Talbot House Trust are looking to recruit two additional Domestic (Cleaning) Assistant, working 15 hours per week, you will work as a duo and form part of our Cleaning Team.
We are a registered charitable trust with a School and Residential Children’s Home on the same site. Set in 8 acres of beautifully maintaining gardens and land, you would be forgiven if you thought we are based in the heart of the countryside, however, we are based in Walbottle, offering an easy commute for our staff.
Starting date is as soon as possible.
Hours of work are Monday to Friday. We are looking for two Domestic Assistants (Cleaners) to work outside of core school hours, 3 hours per day, either 4:00pm to 7:00pm (we may consider 3:00pm to 6:00pm or 3:30pm to 6:30pm or 5:00pm to 8:00pm).
Salary: £7,410 per annum (£9.50 per hour) starting rate, rising in April 2023, and rising again following successful 6 month probationary period to the Real Living Wage (currently £9.90 per hour).
Please do not delay your application as you might miss out on a great opportunity and a very rewarding job. If you would like to come in to meet us and complete your application with our help, drop us an email and we will arrange this with you. Please contact us for an application pack, this will be sent to you via email or post, whichever is your preference.
Closing Date: 19 February 2023
Short List Date: 20 February 2023
If you have any queries regarding this position or the application process, please contact HR on: 0191 229 0111 or email us at our HR email address shown above.
Domestic Assistant
Job Description & Specification
Voluntary Roles: Trustees and Governors
The Trust is seeking to find several Trustees and/or Governors to join our Trust on a voluntary basis.
This is a great opportunity to take up voluntary work, especially if your employer promotes paid charity work days. You could become part of a small team who really do change children's lives. We would welcome applications for these important roles from enthusiastic and reliable individuals who have a genuine interest in the welfare, care and development of children and young people with social, emotional or mental health considerations.
If you have are a local resident / parent / business owner or if you have a background in Education, Charity, HR, Children’s Social Care, Children’s or Adolescents Therapy we would be especially interested to hear from you, however, we would welcome all applicants as we seek a diverse group of volunteers. To be a Trustee or a Governor you do not need prior experience but do need to share our passion about our services.
Full induction and ongoing training will be provided.
The Trust does require a level of commitment for the roles with an expectation to meet up to 4 evenings per year for full board meetings, and Governors are allocated to committees, which also meet 4 times a year. With a number of meetings now held online the commitment to travel has been reduced making these volunteer roles really flexible and suited to all individual situations.
To have an informal discussion with one of our Senior Team send me, Emma Charlton - HR Manager, an email at emma.charlton@talbothousetrust.co.uk.
Don't forget to leave your contact number in your email and either myself or one of our Senior Managers will ring you, or if you prefer, you can call me on 0191 229 0111.
These roles will remain open for the foreseeable future, however, will close once we feel we have found suitable volunteers.
Links for more information:
Note from our Chair: https://www.talbothousetrust.co.uk/trustees
History of Talbot House Trust: https://www.talbothousetrust.co.uk/about-us
Code of Conduct and Induction :https://www.talbothousetrust.co.uk/about-me-text
Trustee and Governors Information
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