Building Independence Team Support Worker

Working Hours:  35 Hours Per Week
Contract Type:  Permanent, Full Time
Working style:  On Site
Additional Payments: Essential Car User Allowance 
Closing date:  11.59pm, [Advertise for 4 weeks)
Interview Method:  In Person

You must already have a valid right to work in the UK documentation, as we cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.

• Carry out assessments, reviews and interventions to identify individual needs, strengths, risks and desired outcomes.
• Develop and coordinate personalised support plans that promote independence, choice and control, helping people achieve realistic goals and aspirations.
• Provide intensive support to adults with complex needs, using strength-based approaches to build confidence, resilience and daily living skills.
• Work with service users, families, carers, health professionals, community groups and partner agencies to ensure coordinated and holistic support.
• Support safeguarding, mental capacity assessments, risk management and service improvement activities, maintaining accurate records and performance information in line with Council and CQC requirements.

• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance- The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for a  an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice . We have a policy on the secure handling, storage and use of DBS information, as well as a policy on the recruitment and employment of ex-offenders. Both policies are available on request.
•  If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to GOV UK for details for how to obtain your Police check or Certificates of Good Character.
• Qualification: Hold or willing to undertake the Care Certificate and minimum level 3 or equivalent qualification or be willing to work towards this within 6 months of starting the role.
• Essential Car: This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work.  
• Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)
• Evidence of conduct in previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to. Health or social care or Children or vulnerable adults
• Proof of identity including a recent photograph
• Full Employment history
• Satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

• Experience of assessing needs and delivering person-centred, strengths-based support that promotes independence and achieves positive outcomes for vulnerable adults.
• Ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with service users, families, colleagues and partner agencies, demonstrating excellent communication, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, mental capacity, risk management and relevant social care legislation, together with experience of maintaining accurate records and working to regulatory standards.

Use of AI 

You may use AI to support your application, but all examples must be your own and based on real experience. Applications may be withdrawn if content is misleading or presents someone else's experience as your own. Internal candidates may also face disciplinary action. 

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme 
Applicants who meet the essential shortlisting criteria and are eligible under the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme will be progressed to the assessment stage. 

Support and Adjustments  
If you're successful in securing a role, we'll make every effort to provide the support, equipment and reasonable adjustments you need to carry out your duties. Where needed, we'll consider adapting aspects of the role. Find out more about our inclusion and wellbeing.