Whether you are an experienced professional, a newly qualified graduate, or someone with a passion for caring, these roles present a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in adult social care. Through some of our development opportunities staff have completed sponsored degree courses and moved on to become social workers or occupational therapists.
Overview
Transfer for Care Team East – Permanent and Fixed Term Contracts until 31 August 2026, available in Stevenage, 37 hours per week.
Responsibilities
You will be responding to people in need of social care support and undertaking the required work in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005. We seek CCOs who excel at engaging with people, promoting inclusive community options, and supporting a self‑directed approach while maximising universal services. Our ideal candidates are resilient, robust, imaginative, and reflective. You will work as part of a busy Transfer of Care Team, completing social care assessments to ensure that people are discharged in a safe and timely manner. You will adhere to Hertfordshire's Connected Lives Practice Principles by ensuring that people are supported to maintain their independence and receive person‑centred care and support. You will develop close working relationships with hospital staff and care providers to ensure effective care planning.
Requirements
* The team is community based and you must have a full UK driving licence and regular access to a vehicle for working purposes.
* Experience of working in social care.
* Some weekend work is required.
* Driving required: You must be able to drive and/or travel around Hertfordshire, either using your own mode of transport or a company car to other locations.
* English fluency: The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential. For those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required.
* This role requires a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.
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