South Tyneside Council

Blenheim Walk playpark update Have you heard the news? It’s all change at Blenheim Walk…as you can see, our contractor is hard at work. These latest snaps show the old surface is being replaced to make way for the new – don’t worry, the messiness is temporary but the fun will last forever! Keep a keen eye out for the colourful Big Four Play Fence, full of imaginative play opportunities for younger visitors, alongside a spinning Dice Daisy panel, and a cool array of new swing seats. When the works are finished, you’ll also discover some eye-catching new thermographic floor shapes including Snakes and Ladders and Hopscotch, as well as smooth new wetpour surfaces around lots of the existing equipment, making for a more consistent and interactive play experience for all. For ongoing updates visit https://ow.ly/939r50UQcAP #SouthTyneside

The way we allocate and spend the council’s budget is guided by our residents and businesses. These priorities were shaped in the borough’s 20-year vision and strategic plan. We face significant cost and demand pressures with needs for our services at an all time high, but we continue to ‘Target Support to Make Things Fairer’ subsidising where we can to support or residents and parts of the borough that need it the most. Read more on our website at: https://ow.ly/1Jv050UPoP9

Update - Storm Eowyn clear-up operation (Tues 28 Jan) Following Storm Eowyn on Friday, our Tree team received over 60 reports of storm damaged trees. The team have carried out inspections of the storm damaged trees. Working alongside our tree works contractor we will continue to clear and remove storm damaged trees and debris. Our team aims to complete this within the next two weeks. ‼️Please be careful of storm damaged trees/debris, especially when visiting parks, cemeteries and greenspaces. To report a tree fall in South Tyneside please call: 0191 427 7000 (Mon-Fri, 8am- 6.30pm) Outside hours call 0191 455 6111 Thank you South Tyneside. #SouthTyneside

Considering an apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are a great way to develop your skills, gain experience whilst also getting paid. We’re hosting a programme of events during National Apprenticeship Week (10-16 February) where you can find out the benefits of an apprenticeship, if it’s right for you, get advice and explore upcoming opportunities! These events are aimed at supporting potential apprentices and the wider business community who may be looking to hire an apprentice. For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/gu-8ukX4

‼️⚠️Important Information We have received reports of canvassers visiting our Council Housing customers’ homes uninvited. One customer who has been speaking to us, explained that she was promised compensation if she raised a disrepair claim, but is now being hounded by calls, text messages and emails, saying that she is required to pay over £1000 in legal fees Please remember: • South Tyneside Council representatives will always carry Corporate Identification • Always ask for identification if it is not visible • Call the Police if you feel scared or threatened • Please talk to us on 0300 123 66 33 before you sign any documents ⚠️Some customers have been left with large legal bills. Don’t be misled or bullied into signing legal documentation, as you could also be liable for paying these fees. #SouthTyneside

Job Vacancies 📣 Experienced Social Worker x 4 Posts (MASH) Apply: https://lnkd.in/edVHZDb7 Residential Childcare Officer, 37 hpw Apply: https://lnkd.in/ezgTc8Qt Social Worker – Connected Carers Apply: https://lnkd.in/e3nygsp3 Reablement Worker – Days, 12 hpw Apply: https://lnkd.in/eb77tb3v Reablement Worker – Waking Nights x 2 posts (1 x 27 hpw, 1 x 18 hpw) Apply: https://lnkd.in/eBb2UBa8

New job vacancies have hit our site, check them out 👇 Social Worker Apply: https://lnkd.in/egEr9ZS7 SEND Partnership Support Officer Apply: https://lnkd.in/e2Cx2Xxs Activity Support Worker, 30 hpw Apply: https://lnkd.in/ecRM6PiY Care and Support Worker - 18 hpw (Nights) x 2 Posts Apply: https://lnkd.in/eKWe8yaA Assistive Technology Officer, 21hpw Apply: https://lnkd.in/eYNRGDY3

On Wednesday 15 January, we held an attachment and trauma training session at Riverside Family Hub for our Connected Carers. The session enabled our carers to gain awareness around how trauma can impact on a child’s early attachments to caregivers, and how this can impact on a child’s health and development.

⚠️The weather warning for strong winds on Friday has been updated to Amber. Keep up to date with the weather and what you should do to prepare on the Met Office website: https://lnkd.in/d65eXr8 Storm Éowyn is expected to bring very strong winds and widespread disruption. We would encourage the public only to undertake essential travel, during the duration of the storm. Please do not visit greenspaces, especially in wooded areas as there is a chance of fallen trees and branches. It's also a good time to prepare for possible power cuts. More information can be found on www.northernpowergrid.com Unfortunately, the Friday Flea Market has been cancelled. #SouthTyneside

It’s National Apprenticeship Week from 10-16 February. We will be hosting events throughout the week where you can find out what an apprenticeship can do for you, get advice and explore apprenticeship opportunities in South Tyneside. • South Tyneside Council Apprenticeship Information Session - Tuesday 11 February, 5.30-7pm at South Shields Town Hall (advanced booking required). • Your Next Steps Live Find an Apprenticeship - Thursday 13 February, 3.30-7pm at Jarrow Focus • Apprenticeship drop-in - Friday 14 February, 10.30am-12.30pm at South Tyneside Works Hub Events are FREE to attend. Find out more and register at: https://lnkd.in/e6PR6i7e