Community Care Officer

Salary

£31,015 - £34,811 per annum

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time

Hours per week

37

Work Base

Meadow House, Mansfield, NG18 2TB

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Community Care Officer JDPS.pdf – 446KB Competency FrameworkTier 7a

Number of posts

1

Interview date

15 October 2026 Closing Date 05 October 2026 23:55

Join Nottinghamshire County Council in the Preparing for Adulthood (PFA) Team, a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in our community. We believe in fostering a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Our mission is to empower individuals and families, ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of PFA (adult Social Care), a multi-specialist team offering assessment and support planning for young people as they transition into adulthood. As a Community Care Officer, you will work in a strength-based way, aiming to make a real difference in the lives of young people. You will collaborate with various partners, including Children’s Social Care, education, and health services, to support young individuals in achieving their aspirations during this pivotal time in their lives.

As a Community Care Officer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting assessments and developing support plans tailored to individual needs.
• Collaborating with young people and their families to identify goals and aspirations.
• Working alongside multi-agency teams to ensure seamless transitions into adult services.
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports to track progress.
• Participating in safeguarding activities and promoting the well-being of young people.
• Engaging in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A relevant health or social care qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• A minimum of two years’ experience in a care-related role, either paid or voluntary.
• Knowledge of community care services and relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014.
• Proficiency in using IT applications for record-keeping and reporting.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with young people and colleagues.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to manage workloads effectively.
• Problem-solving abilities to make sound decisions under pressure.
• A commitment to equality, inclusion, dignity, and respect in all practice.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:

• A place to belong: a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your career development.
• Flexible working arrangements to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, ensuring you have time to recharge.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people in Nottinghamshire! If you are passionate about supporting individuals as they transition into adulthood, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a team that is truly rooted in community!

Driving licence and access to a vehicle is an essential requirement for this role.

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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Mandy Havercroft and James Johnston on 0115 8042665 - 0115 9772369 or by email mandy.havercroft@nottscc.gov.uk - james.johnston@nottscc.gov.uk.Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.