Independent Living Support Worker - Flexible Hours

The Guildhall Northampton; Northampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Generous annual leave

Employee benefits and discounts

Local Government Pension Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking an Adult Social Care Worker to support adults to live independently, assess needs and connect them with local services. You’ll work with families, carers and partners to find practical solutions that improve outcomes.

This role includes an enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks. We offer flexible working, generous annual leave, pension benefits and ongoing learning opportunities, with pathways to social work apprenticeships for career progression.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with adults, families and carers.
• Ability to assess needs and develop support plans.
• Experience recording accurate information in digital systems.

Responsibilities

• Understand what matters most to adults and identify solutions.
• Complete assessments, reviews and support plans.
• Manage your own caseload and respond to changing needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Record keeping

Empathy

Organisation

Tools

Digital systems

Job description

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking an Adult Social Care Worker to support adults to live independently, assess needs and connect them with local services. You’ll work with families, carers and partners to find practical solutions that improve outcomes.

This role includes an enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks. We offer flexible working, generous annual leave, pension benefits and ongoing learning opportunities, with pathways to social work apprenticeships for career progression.