Community Care Officer

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage payments

Electric vehicle leasing scheme

Hybrid working

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking enthusiastic Community Care Officers to join the Urgent and Emergency Care Service in the South of the county. The role focuses on helping individuals transition safely from hospital to home and living independently with support.

You will attend MDT meetings, conduct home assessments, support carers and contribute to duty rotas, with some weekend work. Hybrid working is available along with generous leave and a strong pension.

Qualifications

• Relevant health or social care qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3)
• Knowledge of community care services and adult social care legislation
• Proficiency in using IT applications for case management and reporting

Responsibilities

• Attend Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings to assist with discharge planning.
• Conduct assessments and reviews in homes and care units, using strengths-based approaches.
• Support carers and foster professional relationships.
• Contribute to a duty rota, including some weekend work to meet service needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues and managers to achieve timely outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Resilience

Customer care

Strength-based practice

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Case management IT tools

Job description

Work Base

Trent Bridge House, West Bridgford, NG2 6BJ

Salary

£30,024 - £33,699 per annum

Salary

£30,024 - £33,699 per annum (pro rata)

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time, Part Time

Hours per week

3 posts at 37 and 1 post at 18.5

Work Base

Trent Bridge House, West Bridgford, NG2 6BJ

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Community Care Officer JDPS.pdf – 446KB Opens in a new window

Competency Framework

Tier 7a

Interview date

23 September 2026

Number of posts

Multiple posts are available

Closing Date

15 September 2026 23:55

Nottinghamshire County Council

is dedicated to serving our community with compassion and care. We believe in supporting our residents and each other, creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and included. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

We are looking for enthusiastic Community Care Officers to join our Urgent and Emergency Care (UEC) Service in the South of the County. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic team, helping individuals transition safely from hospital to home. You will play a crucial role in supporting people to live independently and achieve their personal goals.

As a Community Care Officer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Attending Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings to assist with discharge planning.
• Conducting assessments and reviews in homes and care units, focusing on strengths-based approaches.
• Supporting carers and fostering professional relationships.
• Contributing to a duty rota, including some weekend work to meet service needs.
• Collaborating with colleagues and managers to achieve timely outcomes.

To Thrive In This Role, You Will Need

• A relevant health or social care qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Knowledge of community care services and legislation related to adult social care.
• Proficiency in using IT applications for case management and reporting.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate

• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and influence outcomes.
• Problem-solving abilities, especially in urgent situations.
• Resilience and adaptability to manage competing demands.
• A commitment to excellent customer care and strength-based practice.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, We Offer

• A supportive environment where you can grow and develop your career.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
• Generous annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Access to an excellent occupational pension scheme.
• Mileage payments and an electric vehicle leasing scheme.

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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Claire McDougall on 01158043014 or by email [e-mail].

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.