Early Support Officer: Flexible, Community‑Focused Care

City of Wolverhampton Council; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking an Early Support Officer within Adult Social Care to deliver early, outcomes-focused support to adults and carers. You will listen to what matters, help identify goals and partner with communities to promote independence.

The role involves working across early support services, maintaining records to high standards, and contributing to service improvement while upholding equality and inclusion principles.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults, families or carers in the community.
• English and Maths at Level 2 (or equivalent).
• An Enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and support adults and carers to set goals and make informed choices.
• Provide strengths-based, personalised support.
• Help people connect with communities and local opportunities.
• Work creatively to remove barriers to independence.
• Support people during challenging or urgent situations.
• Keep accurate, ethical and effective records.
• Contribute to service improvement and team development.

Education

English and Maths Level 2

Job description

City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking an Early Support Officer within Adult Social Care to deliver early, outcomes-focused support to adults and carers. You will listen to what matters, help identify goals and partner with communities to promote independence.

The role involves working across early support services, maintaining records to high standards, and contributing to service improvement while upholding equality and inclusion principles.