Shared Lives Officer

Calderdale Council; Halifax; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is seeking a Shared Lives Officer to support individuals with complex needs in a CQC regulated setting. The role involves managing caseloads, supervising Shared Lives Providers, and ensuring high-quality service. Applicants should have experience in adult social care and strong communication skills. The position offers the chance to promote diversity and inclusivity. Flexibility in working hours is essential, along with a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable adults.

Qualifications

• Experience working in adult social care or a related field.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and diversity.
• Sound knowledge of confidentiality and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of shared lives arrangements.
• Supervise and support Shared Lives Providers.
• Work flexible hours and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Person-centred approach

Team player

Job description

Please note: Internal applicants seeing risk and redeployment will be considered first. A secondment opportunity is available for internal applicants; please ensure you have your line managers’ approval before submitting an application.

About the Role

A Shared Lives Officer supports the Registered Manager within a CQC regulated setting to ensure high quality provision of services to older people, working age people with a learning disability, young people from 16 years of age and people with physical and mental health needs. The role is consistent with individual needs in accordance with statute and Government Guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively manage a caseload of shared lives arrangements, supporting people with complex needs.
• Provide clear supervision, direction, guidance and support to a team of allocated Shared Lives Providers.
• Work flexibly, including outside normal working hours to support event evenings and respond to emergencies, ensuring an excellent service for the people we support is offered.
• Travel for work purposes as required.
• Safard and promote the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, sharing this commitment with all staff.

Qualifications and Experience

• A team player with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience working in adult social care or a related field.
• A commitment to person-centred approaches and inclusive practice.
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude – we value kindness and collaboration.
• Good verbal and non‑verbals communication skills.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work on own initiative using own judgement.
• A sound knowledge and understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Previous experience of caseload management and being disability confident.

Additional Information

Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.

We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under‑represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.