Assistant Care Coordinator - Vision support team (Queens cross network)
Grade: 6
Hours: 18.5 per week
Responsibilities
The post holder will contribute to the provision of our Vision support service by working to promote independence, social inclusion, well‑being and choice for people who are living with varying degrees of vision loss or sight impairment. The role involves partnering with people who are visually impaired to continually develop support services, working in a person‑centred, strengths‑based approach to maximise each individual’s strengths and networks.
Qualifications & Experience
* Demonstrable awareness of legislation relating to Adult Social Care (e.g., Care Act) and basic understanding of relevant Government directives and guidance in Vision support.
* Clear knowledge of adult social care safeguarding principles.
* NVQ Level 3 in Adult Social Care or a relevant equivalent qualification is desirable.
* Experience of working directly with people who have sight impairment is highly valued.
* Commitment to diversity and inclusion and ability to eliminate bias in recruitment.
Key Strengths
* Strong partnership and collaboration skills.
* Ability to embrace partnership working with people visually impaired.
* Creativity in developing innovative vision support services.
Application Process
Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy. Please provide documentation to prove your right to work in the UK. Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the right to work in the UK.
If you require support completing an online or paper application form or interview techniques, please contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning on 01384 818 143 or email acl@dudley.gov.uk. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk.
Equal Opportunities
Dudley Council is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be assessed fairly and without bias.
N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.
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