Social Care Practitioner for Continuing Health Care

2 weeks ago


Newbury, United Kingdom West Berkshire Council Full time

Vacancy Summary
- Employer:

- West Berkshire Council
- Salary:

- From £27,803 to £33,945 per annum (Grade G)
- Location:

- Council Offices, Market Street, Newbury
- Contract:

- Permanent
- Working Pattern:

- Full Time
- Hours:

- 37 hours per week.
- DBS Check:

- Enhanced
- Closing Date:

- 04/04/2024 at 23:59
- Reference:

- 05360

Vacancy Description

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives? Do you have experience in social care and a desire to work within a supportive and collaborative team?

If so, West Berkshire Council has an exciting opportunity for you to join our Adult Social Care Service as a Social Care Practitioner for Continuing Health Care.

As a Social Care Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in assessing and reviewing the social care needs of individuals receiving Continuing Health Care. You will work closely with service users, their families, and a range of healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of high-quality care and support.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Conducting comprehensive assessments of social care needs
- Developing and implementing care plans
- Providing advice and guidance to service users and their families
- Collaborating with external agencies and healthcare providers
- Monitoring and reviewing the effectiveness of care arrangements

To excel in this role, you should have:

- A relevant professional qualification in social work or a related field
- Experience in working within a social care setting
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work autonomously and make informed decisions

West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

- Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-19.00
- Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Generous Local Government pension scheme
- Family friendly policies
- A range of local discounts
- Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
- You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.

Join us at West Berkshire Council and be part of an inclusive and supportive organisation dedicated to improving the lives of our residents.

**Equal Opportunities**

How to apply

This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.


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