Independence-First Social Work Assistant

Buckinghamshire Council; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on Cafés, restaurants, shops

Generous Pension Scheme

Car lease scheme

Costco membership

Discounted gym memberships

Arriva travel discounts

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a Social Work Assistant to join the Home Independence Team. You will support adults to maximise independence, develop person-centred care, and work with families and health professionals to achieve meaningful outcomes.

You will undertake assessments, manage risk, ensure effective care planning, and maintain accurate records, while promoting dignity and choice for those you support.

Qualifications

• Experience working within Health and Social Care or a related setting.
• Experience undertaking assessments and identifying support needs.
• Knowledge of strengths-based and person-centred approaches.
• Experience developing and reviewing care and support plans.
• Ability to undertake and manage risk assessments effectively.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and promoting wellbeing.
• Understanding of manual handling practices.
• Experience transcribing and managing MAR (Medication Administration Record) forms.
• Knowledge of the Care Act and its application in practice.
• Awareness of CQC standards and expectations for domiciliary care providers.
• Ability to manage competing priorities within a busy and fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good IT skills and confidence using digital systems.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with clients, carers and partner organisations.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking strengths-based assessments and reviews based on Buckinghamshire councils Better lives framework.
• Developing and reviewing person-centred care and support plans.
• Supporting individuals to achieve identified goals and outcomes.
• Carrying out risk assessments and promoting safe practice.
• Working collaboratively with families, carers, health colleagues and partner agencies.
• Monitoring and reviewing care arrangements to ensure they remain effective and appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation in line with organisational requirements.
• Supporting individuals to make informed choices and remain in control of decisions affecting their lives.

Skills

Health and Social Care experience

Assessments

Person-centred approaches

Risk assessments

Record keeping

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

IT/digital systems

Team collaboration

Driving and travel

Tools

Digital systems

Job description

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a Social Work Assistant to join the Home Independence Team. You will support adults to maximise independence, develop person-centred care, and work with families and health professionals to achieve meaningful outcomes.

You will undertake assessments, manage risk, ensure effective care planning, and maintain accurate records, while promoting dignity and choice for those you support.