Social Care Practitioner

Chippenham, Wiltshire
£31,537-33,699 per year
Contract
Full-time

4 days ago

*** WE ARE CURRENTLY UNABLE TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS DIRECT ON NHS JOBS. IF YOU WISH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE ROLE PLEASE APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE OR COPY AND PASTE THE LINK BELOW IN TO YOUR BROWSER ***https://fa-euxi-saasfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/5516/?utm_medium=jobshare/details?sType=NHSJobs#/reference/5516Salary:£31,537 - £33,699Hours per week:37 hoursTemporary/Fixed term:12 monthsmaternity coverMain duties of the jobReablement - Empowering IndependenceAre you passionate about helping people regain their independence and live the life they want? Join our Reablement team and make a real difference every day.Reablement is a short-term, therapist-led service that supports people to stay independent, avoid unnecessary care, and live well at home. We work closely with individuals, their families, and community partners to build personalised support plans that focus on what matters most to them.As an Experienced Social Care Practitioner, youll carry out assessments, develop support plans, and review outcomes in line with the Care Act 2014. Youll work with people to understand their strengths, identify risks, and connect them with local resources. Youll also play a key role in safeguarding, supporting carers, and promoting wellbeing.Youll need experience in a health or social care setting, strong communication skills, and a good understanding of relevant legislation. A Level 4 qualification in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is ideal, but well support the right candidate to achieve this.This is a rewarding role where your values, creativity, and commitment to person-centred care will shine. Youll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, learning, and making a positive impact.About usWiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Thats why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right.DetailsDate posted28 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£31,537 to £33,699 a yearContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternFull-timeReference numberF0041-5516Job locationsWiltshire CouncilMonkton ParkChippenhamWiltshireSN15 1ERJob descriptionJob responsibilities

To undertake person-centred work with customers and to plan for the provision of support and/ or services with customers in order to assist them meet their outcomes and to live as independently as possible, giving consideration to whether the person needs support to fully participate in the assessment and support planning process
To consider whether there is a concern about an individuals capacity to make a specific decision, including restrictions placed on an individual which may amount to a deprivation of their liberty (i.e., they are subject to continuous supervision and control and are not free to leave.
To write support plans for individuals which reflects the individuals needs and how they will be met, in a manner which complies with Care Act requirements
To have a good understanding of assessment, support planning and the management of risks for individuals and to be able to apply Council policy and support customers to manage risk appropriately.
To carry out support plan reviews in a timely and person-centred way, as required and identified by departmental targets, taking a view on whether agreed outcomes have been met.
To gather sufficient information about customers in order to be able to accurately assess their needs against the national minimum eligibility criteria within the Care Act 2014. This includes working creatively to identify sources of support to improve the individuals well-being and independence and making a determination about eligibility for support from Wiltshire Council
To identify where adults may be at risk and to act in accordance with safeguarding policies and procedures.
To support carers to continue in their role by identifying their needs for support, referring them to Carer Support Wiltshire for a carers assessment and other action as appropriate, giving consideration of the impact on the whole family of any caring role and responsibilities
To take responsibility for making accurate and timely recording of all information and activity onto the social care records database in accordance with work targets set by the Team Manager and Supervisor.
To contribute to gathering and updating local knowledge about universally available services including what is available locally within the voluntary and community sector, as well as the service areas commissioned and contracted services and to signpost/advocate for customers accordingly.
To evidence need for continuing support at all times in accordance with eligibility criteria and to work with customers and care providers to identify promotion of increased independence.
To represent the Council at inter professional and interagency meetings, for example multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings
To contribute proactively to the effective working of the team with positive attitude, by sharing knowledge, offering advice and support and by preparedness to be involved in the development of services.
To fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced.
To be an ambassador for the Council and the department at all times, always representing the Council positively, professionally and appropriately at meetings with customers, external partners and agencies.
Attending Civil Emergencies when a Rest Centre is set up (happens rarely).

Job descriptionJob responsibilities

To undertake person-centred work with customers and to plan for the provision of support and/ or services with customers in order to assist them meet their outcomes and to live as independently as possible, giving consideration to whether the person needs support to fully participate in the assessment and support planning process
To consider whether there is a concern about an individuals capacity to make a specific decision, including restrictions placed on an individual which may amount to a deprivation of their liberty (i.e., they are subject to continuous supervision and control and are not free to leave.
To write support plans for individuals which reflects the individuals needs and how they will be met, in a manner which complies with Care Act requirements
To have a good understanding of assessment, support planning and the management of risks for individuals and to be able to apply Council policy and support customers to manage risk appropriately.
To carry out support plan reviews in a timely and person-centred way, as required and identified by departmental targets, taking a view on whether agreed outcomes have been met.
To gather sufficient information about customers in order to be able to accurately assess their needs against the national minimum eligibility criteria within the Care Act 2014. This includes working creatively to identify sources of support to improve the individuals well-being and independence and making a determination about eligibility for support from Wiltshire Council
To identify where adults may be at risk and to act in accordance with safeguarding policies and procedures.
To support carers to continue in their role by identifying their needs for support, referring them to Carer Support Wiltshire for a carers assessment and other action as appropriate, giving consideration of the impact on the whole family of any caring role and responsibilities
To take responsibility for making accurate and timely recording of all information and activity onto the social care records database in accordance with work targets set by the Team Manager and Supervisor.
To contribute to gathering and updating local knowledge about universally available services including what is available locally within the voluntary and community sector, as well as the service areas commissioned and contracted services and to signpost/advocate for customers accordingly.
To evidence need for continuing support at all times in accordance with eligibility criteria and to work with customers and care providers to identify promotion of increased independence.
To represent the Council at inter professional and interagency meetings, for example multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings
To contribute proactively to the effective working of the team with positive attitude, by sharing knowledge, offering advice and support and by preparedness to be involved in the development of services.
To fully engage and prepare for own supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation, ensuring that continual professional development is evidenced.
To be an ambassador for the Council and the department at all times, always representing the Council positively, professionally and appropriately at meetings with customers, external partners and agencies.
Attending Civil Emergencies when a Rest Centre is set up (happens rarely).

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