Clevedon (Hybrid)
Permanent, Full time
Enhanced DBS check required
£29,777 - £32,076 per annum
37 hours
About Us
North Somerset Council is dedicated to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated Adult Social Care Worker to join our Social Care Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD). The team is responsible for meeting the social care needs of people with learning disabilities in North Somerset. This is an exciting and challenging time for Adult Care Services. We need an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the team and assist in the development and reviewing of services being provided to people who use our service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assessment and Review care and support using the Care Act (2014)
- Responsibility for care management of case load using a Strengths based approach.
- Work alongside the duty social worker and provide flexible same day responses.
- Build productive relationships with people who use our service, their carers and service providers, to ensure the best outcomes for individuals
- Uphold North Somerset Council’s social care duties.
This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
This position is currently based at our Castlewood offices in Clevedon. Please be advised that this office will be closed by 2025. Consultation is currently underway to determine the new location for colleagues based in Castlewood. This will be at Weston-super-Mare or within North Somerset.
About You
We are looking for an individual who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
- Significant experience of working with people who have social care needs.
- Ability to analyse information and recommend solutions to ensure best outcomes for the people who use our service.
- Ability to write clear reports which are consistent and of a high quality
- Ability to use a variety of IT systems competently.
Desirable Criteria:
- Knowledge and experience of Safeguarding Adults
- Knowledge and application of the Mental Capacity Act (2005)
What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities for professional development
- Staff groups
- Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
- Dedicated Wellbeing Team
- Salary sacrifice cycle to work and Electric vehicle schemes
- Carer Development Plan, including the Social Work Apprenticeship Scheme
Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.
How to Apply
If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information:
For further information about the role, please contact Shelley Nathan, Team Manager, at 01934 888 801.
Important Information
Interview Date: Wednesday 23 October 2024.
We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK.
Equal Opportunities
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.