Peripatetic Coordinator
| Posting date: | 19 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,412 to £38,220 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 8 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 June 2026 |
| Location: | De Lacy Gardens, Mill Hill Lane, Pontefract, WF8 4GY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Wakefield Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 245883 |
Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team.
About the Role:
We are currently recruiting a Peripatetic Coordinator in our peripatetic service.
To enable service users to remain in their own homes by promoting independence and delivering a quality service.
To ensure individuals are treat with dignity and respect and to work alongside other professionals and agencies in a person-centred way to deliver effective services by working within national guidelines and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
This full-time permanent position will lead a team to deliver a high quality care & Support to the most vunerable people of our district, meeting their needs, and promoting person centred care at every opportunity.
The successful cancidate will support & lead a team of staff working in our Peripatetic Team promoting support and independent living for the residents in their own apartments on site.
Essential requirements:
GCSE Grades D-G/Functional Skills L1 in Maths & English Language
Level 2 Qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent in relevant field
Requirement to undertake relevant qualifications for the position, on completion of 6 month probationary period.
What can I expect?
A competitive salary
Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave
Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)
Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more
Want to know more?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.
Name: Jinny Richards
Tel: 07795640248
E-mail: jinnyrichards@wakefield.gov.uk
Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!
Safeguarding
Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.
DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.
Probation
In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.
Fluency Duty
To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.
Diversity
Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.
Why Wakefield
To find out more about the benefits of working at Wakefield Council, click here.
About the Role:
We are currently recruiting a Peripatetic Coordinator in our peripatetic service.
To enable service users to remain in their own homes by promoting independence and delivering a quality service.
To ensure individuals are treat with dignity and respect and to work alongside other professionals and agencies in a person-centred way to deliver effective services by working within national guidelines and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
This full-time permanent position will lead a team to deliver a high quality care & Support to the most vunerable people of our district, meeting their needs, and promoting person centred care at every opportunity.
The successful cancidate will support & lead a team of staff working in our Peripatetic Team promoting support and independent living for the residents in their own apartments on site.
Essential requirements:
GCSE Grades D-G/Functional Skills L1 in Maths & English Language
Level 2 Qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent in relevant field
Requirement to undertake relevant qualifications for the position, on completion of 6 month probationary period.
What can I expect?
A competitive salary
Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave
Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)
Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more
Want to know more?
If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.
Name: Jinny Richards
Tel: 07795640248
E-mail: jinnyrichards@wakefield.gov.uk
Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!
Safeguarding
Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.
DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.
Probation
In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.
Fluency Duty
To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.
Diversity
Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.
Why Wakefield
To find out more about the benefits of working at Wakefield Council, click here.