Please note, candidates must apply by completing the online application form via the Denbighshire County Council website in order to be considered for this vacancy Please be advised that we are not able to issue certificates of sponsorship. Independence at Home Senior Care and Support Worker Job reference: AHSS00382D3AGE Location: Across Denbighshire, based at Dolwen Residential Care Centre, Denbigh Salary: Grade 7, £34,434 - £36,363 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term until 31/05/2027 We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Senior Care & Support Worker to join our Independence at Home Team. This rewarding role focuses on helping vulnerable adults live independently in their own homes while leading and supporting a team of Care & Support Workers. You will play a vital part in shaping high-quality, person-centred support across the community. In this role, you will work closely with citizens to understand what matters to them, enabling you to design effective support or reablement plans that promote independence, wellbeing and choice. You will provide day-to-day supervision and guidance, while also contributing to recruitment, induction and ongoing quality assurance. A key part of the role involves carrying out risk assessments, ensuring safe practice, and coordinating support using digital systems such as PARIS and iTrent. Collaboration with internal teams and partner services is essential to ensure continuity and consistency of care. There is a requirement for applicants to have the ability to travel within the geographical work area as required. This post includes participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota, typically one week in every six, providing telephone support to staff. We are seeking someone with experience of supporting vulnerable adults, ideally within a community setting, who is confident in leading and motivating staff. Strong communication, organisational and IT skills are essential, along with a commitment to person-centred practice, safeguarding and high-quality care. You will need a recognised Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification (or equivalent) and be eligible to register with Social Care Wales upon appointment. In return, you will join a supportive, forward-thinking team that values its staff and the difference they make. You will benefit from a secure local authority role, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day within your local community. Appointment subject to Disclosure & Barring Service Check, satisfactory references and registration with Social Care Wales. If you have a genuine desire to help others and would like a rewarding career with Denbighshire County Council, contact contact Julie Bamber, Team Manager for an informal discussion on 01824 708366. What makes Denbighshire County Council a great place to work? We believe the hard work and commitment of our staff should be properly rewarded, so we offer a range of benefits to help our employees achieve a work/life balance, develop in their career, and we support them in their work. Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 26 days (plus bank holidays) rising with length of service to a total of 32 days (pro rata) Local Government Pension Scheme Focus on Employee Wellbeing and access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Lifestyle Savings via DCC Rewards Direct (high street shopping, holidays, days out etc) Family friendly policies How to Apply? To apply for this exciting vacancy, please complete our online application form via the website, where you can also view the full job description and personal specification: www.denbighshire.gov.uk/work-for-us Please outline on your application form how you meet all the essential criteria for this position within your supporting statement. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Candidates must complete an application form on our website to be considered. We regret that we are unable to reply to all applications. If you have not received a reply within three weeks of the closing date, you must assume that you have not been short listed for interview. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .