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Lincolnshire County Council; Spalding; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Job summary

Lincolnshire County Council is seeking a Community Care Officer Level 1 in the South Mental Health team. The role supports adults with care needs to live independently, contributing to statutory duties under the Care Act 2014 with a strengths-based, person-centred approach.

The post is a 12-month fixed-term contract with potential to move permanent, offering hybrid working, generous benefits, and career progression to a Qualified Social Worker.

Qualifications

• Experience in strengths-based assessment, care planning, and risk management

Skills

Strengths-based assessment

Care planning

Risk management

Person-centered support

Communication skills

Job description

Community Care Officer Level 1 - Mental Health 16657/3687

This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a time of real change and growth.

We are delighted to be recruiting two 12 month fixed-term Community Care Officers (CCOs) for our South Mental Health team. The 12-month fixed term roles have the potential to move to permanent at the end of the contracted period.

You’ll be joining at a pivotal moment—helping to shape and influence how we deliver high-quality, strengths-based mental health support across the county.

As a Community Care Officer (CCO), you will play a vital role in supporting adults with care and support needs to live as independently as possible. You’ll contribute directly to our statutory responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, using person-centred, strengths-based approaches to help people achieve meaningful outcomes and improve their wellbeing.

If you’re looking to be part of a service that is evolving, ambitious, and committed to making a real difference, this is the perfect time to join us.

About you

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you want to use your skills in a creative, strengths-based way to support people to achieve what matters most to them?

We’re looking for motivated, compassionate individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support. You’ll bring experience in strengths-based assessment, care planning, and risk management, with a clear focus on enabling positive, outcome-driven change.

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

Are proactive, enthusiastic, and driven to achieve the best outcomes for the people you support

Put dignity, choice, and respect at the heart of everything you do

Are a confident communicator, able to listen deeply and use professional curiosity to understand people’s needs

Think creatively and embrace innovation to overcome challenges and unlock opportunities

Stay calm and resilient in complex or pressured situations

Value teamwork and contribute to a supportive, inclusive team culture

Above all, you share our commitment to Making a Difference—helping people build on their strengths, gain independence, and live the lives they want.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

About the team

We are the Mental Health Social Work Team, at Lincolnshire County Council. We are at an exciting time for you to join us as we shape and strengthen our future service.

Our team is made up of Social Workers and Social Work Assistants working across three localities in Lincolnshire. Together, we bring a range of experience, skills, and perspectives, creating a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone’s contribution is valued.

We are passionate about working proactively and embrace a strengths-based approach in everything we do—supporting people to build on their abilities and live as independently as possible. We place the individual at the centre of every conversation, ensuring their voice is heard, their choices are respected, and their goals are at the heart of the support we provide.

As a team, we pride ourselves on being inclusive, welcoming, and forward-thinking. We recognise the value that new colleagues bring and actively encourage fresh ideas, innovation, and shared learning.

About the offer

We celebrate our Team’s achievements and share our experiences. It is important that Practitioners feel appreciated and supported – our staff are our most valued asset. We provide 1-1 meetings and monthly team meetings.

Along with a competitive salary we offer;

A generous pension scheme - (contribution rate of approx. 24%)

Reimbursement for professional registration fees

Career progression opportunities including the opportunity to progress to a Qualified Social Worker.

A generous annual leave entitlement

“Green book” Local Government terms and conditions

Comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice for cars, cycles, plus excellent discount schemes

37 hour working week (as full time) including flexible and hybrid working

A generous leave entitlement with a minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy more

Free financial wellbeing advice

Interviews: week beginning 19th October 2026.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Community Care Officer Level 1 - Mental Health 16657/3687

Company: Lincolnshire County Council Salary: £28,153 to £31,015 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Spalding, PE11 2RA Working pattern: Hybrid - 1 day remote Job type: Contract Posting date: 22 Sept 2026 Closing date: 7 Oct 2026

Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a time of real change and growth.

We are delighted to be recruiting two 12 month fixed-term Community Care Officers (CCOs) for our South Mental Health team. The 12-month fixed term roles have the potential to move to permanent at the end of the contracted period.

You’ll be joining at a pivotal moment—helping to shape and influence how we deliver high-quality, strengths-based mental health support across the county.

As a Community Care Officer (CCO), you will play a vital role in supporting adults with care and support needs to live as independently as possible. You’ll contribute directly to our statutory responsibilities under the Care Act 2014, using person-centred, strengths-based approaches to help people achieve meaningful outcomes and improve their wellbeing.

If you’re looking to be part of a service that is evolving, ambitious, and committed to making a real difference, this is the perfect time to join us.

About you

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you want to use your skills in a creative, strengths-based way to support people to achieve what matters most to them?

We’re looking for motivated, compassionate individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support. You’ll bring experience in strengths-based assessment, care planning, and risk management, with a clear focus on enabling positive, outcome-driven change.

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

Are proactive, enthusiastic, and driven to achieve the best outcomes for the people you support

Put dignity, choice, and respect at the heart of everything you do

Are a confident communicator, able to listen deeply and use professional curiosity to understand people’s needs

Think creatively and embrace innovation to overcome challenges and unlock opportunities

Stay calm and resilient in complex or pressured situations

Value teamwork and contribute to a supportive, inclusive team culture

Above all, you share our commitment to Making a Difference—helping people build on their strengths, gain independence, and live the lives they want.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

About the team

We are the Mental Health Social Work Team, at Lincolnshire County Council. We are at an exciting time for you to join us as we shape and strengthen our future service.

Our team is made up of Social Workers and Social Work Assistants working across three localities in Lincolnshire. Together, we bring a range of experience, skills, and perspectives, creating a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone’s contribution is valued.

We are passionate about working proactively and embrace a strengths-based approach in everything we do—supporting people to build on their abilities and live as independently as possible. We place the individual at the centre of every conversation, ensuring their voice is heard, their choices are respected, and their goals are at the heart of the support we provide.

As a team, we pride ourselves on being inclusive, welcoming, and forward-thinking. We recognise the value that new colleagues bring and actively encourage fresh ideas, innovation, and shared learning.

About the offer

We celebrate our Team’s achievements and share our experiences. It is important that Practitioners feel appreciated and supported – our staff are our most valued asset. We provide 1-1 meetings and monthly team meetings.

Along with a competitive salary we offer;

A generous pension scheme - (contribution rate of approx. 24%)

Reimbursement for professional registration fees

Career progression opportunities including the opportunity to progress to a Qualified Social Worker.

A generous annual leave entitlement

“Green book” Local Government terms and conditions

Comprehensive benefits package including salary sacrifice for cars, cycles, plus excellent discount schemes

37 hour working week (as full time) including flexible and hybrid working

A generous leave entitlement with a minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy more

Free financial wellbeing advice

Interviews: week beginning 19th October 2026.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident

Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.