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Overview
As a Social Care Practitioner (Social Work), you will provide support and promote independence for vulnerable adults in our community, assisting them in their time of need.
What You Will Be Doing
* Assist in organising and providing effective care services, including the assessment and review of care plans.
* Work under the direction of Social Workers, contributing to and reviewing plans and services to improve intervention ideas.
* Protect vulnerable people by referring issues in accordance with safeguarding procedures; maintain confidential reports to professional and council guidelines.
* Communicate effectively with service users and providers, providing advice and guidance when necessary.
* Collaborate daily with Social Workers and external contacts (e.g., education services and health agencies) to build strong working relationships.
What We Need From You
* Experience in a relevant area of statuary or voluntary sector work in health and social care.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice; processes and procedures; support mechanisms and specialist equipment.
* Ability to gather information from various sources and follow the assessment process.
* Strong communication skills with service users and professionals to promote independence and personal choice, while understanding service users7 needs.
* Ideally, a relevant qualification e.g. NVQ Level 3 in a health or social care field.
Advanced Social Care Practitioner
* Minimum of 2 years of experience in a relevant area of statutory or voluntary sector work in health or social care.
* Relevant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 4 in health, social care or equivalent).
What You Need To Know
* To be considered for the Advanced Social Care Practitioner position, provide clear evidence in your application. Salary bands are based on experience:
o Social Care Practitioner: £29,540 - £32,061
o Advanced Social Care Practitioner: £32,597 - £35,412
* This role is hybrid, with a mix of office work at Badminton Road, Yate and occasional home-based work.
* Travel throughout the authority and surrounding area requires a full, valid driving licence with regular access to a vehicle, or an alternative means of travel.
* An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this post.
Interviews
Interviews will commence the week of 3rd November 2025.
How a Career At South Gloucestershire Council Is Different
* We value our staff and invest in their career development; our training and development offering supports long-term impact in work.
* Strong team ethos within a relatively small local authority, enabling manageable caseloads and effective supervision.
* Generous benefits, including pro rata annual leave, wellbeing support, and staff discounts across various services.
* We are committed to diversity and inclusion; appointments are based on merit and ability.
We’re making a difference in the lives of people who live, work and learn in South Gloucestershire. To view the full job description, please search for Social Care Practitioner (Social Work) Adult Social Care.
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