Social Care Practitioner
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Hydref 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 06 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | UK |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7030 |
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North East Derbyshire Adult Social Work Team are looking to recruit to the post of social care practitioner based at Clay Cross, Chesterfield.
This is an 18.5 hour part-time post. The required work pattern is 7.4 hours alternate Wednesdays, 7.4 hours Thursdays, 7.4 hours Fridays.
The team is based in the community and consists of Social Workers and Social Care Practitioners who work closely with partner agencies.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to undertake this role in order to provide a safe, accountable, cost effective and efficient service to our clients which helps them to achieve their outcomes. Please see the job and person profile for more information.
Key responsibilities will include carrying out assessments and reviews for individuals with less complex needs as well as arranging the provision of services to meet eligible needs. It is expected that you will be committed to working in a person centred and strengths-based way with clients and their families to maintain and maximise their independence.
There is an expectation that you will act as duty worker as required which will involve triaging new referrals to the team and support clients and carers who require a more urgent response.
You will need to be able to build positive relationships with health partners and other agencies.
Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including:
• Generous Annual Leave Scheme 25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security
• Supportive management and team
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply)
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts.
More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page
Provisional Interview Date: 17 November 2025