Senior Resource Officer
2 weeks ago
Job Introduction
This full-time post is based in the Adult Social Care, Eastbourne Community Hospital team based in Eastbourne.
The Senior Resource position is a really important role in our structure. You will hold a small and complex caseload of clients, that may involve safeguarding work.
In addition to this you will supervise a small number of practitioner staff.
We are unique as a service in the fact that we have case responsibility for people who are inpatients and for those who have been discharged in the community requiring a Care Act assessment of need. The Continuing Health Care Team, work in partnership with Health to assess and manage the care of adults with complex and end of life care needs.
You will support the Practice Manager by bringing your experience and knowledge to the team to raise standards and by sharing models and theory to support staff and benefit the people we serve as part of our critical front-line service. You will have opportunities to facilitate reflective practice sessions and to share your learning within the service and more widely.
In your role there will be an expectation that you will be part of the decision making for safeguarding triage and supporting staff to set clear terms of reference for enquiries, you will be expected to participate on a rota for safeguarding in your working week. If you have development needs around safeguarding, please don’t worry, a development plan will be devised to support you to grow your confidence in decision making.
- Is passionate about supporting clients with a range of needs
- Is self-motivated
- Is committed to their ongoing learning and development
- Has leadership qualities which can be used to support the team.
Finally, there are many rewards to working for East Sussex and being part of our service, some of these include:
- **Career Growth**: Whether you’re already in a senior role or looking to advance, we’ll support your journey with structured development opportunities.
- **Continuous Learning**: With **five annual training days** and **protected time for research**, you’ll stay at the cutting edge of social work models, theories, and case law.
- **Hybrid Working**: Enjoy the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life with our hybrid working arrangements.
- **A Focus on Wellbeing**: From reflective practice sessions to structured development plans, we’ll help you enhance your skills and confidence, especially around safeguarding decision-making.
Join a team that is critical to our community, shaping the future of care with your expertise, leadership, and compassion.
Interview dates to be confirmed.
East Sussex County Council offer a range of benefits - More information can be found on our benefits page.
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Company Information
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