Shared Lives Officer: Enable Independence & Carer Partnerships

Walsall Community Network; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Walsall Council is seeking a motivated Shared Lives Officer to join the Pathways to Independence team in Adult Social Care. You will assess, monitor and support individuals in Shared Lives placements, working with carers, families and professionals to ensure safe, person-centred outcomes.

You will promote independence, maintain accurate records, and help recruit Shared Lives carers, contributing to continuous service improvement within the local community.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Adult Social Care (or equivalent) OR willingness to complete within 12 months.
• Experience of working with vulnerable adults in a social care setting.
• Experience of developing and reviewing support plans.
• Experience of working in partnership with carers, families and external agencies.
• Knowledge of Adult Social Care legislation, safeguarding and person-centred approaches.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships; good organisational skills.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and electronic records systems.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to work including occasional evenings/weekends and travel across the borough.
• Closing date for applications: 15/11/2026

Responsibilities

• Support the assessment, review and ongoing monitoring of individuals accessing Shared Lives services.
• Work with Shared Lives Carers to ensure placements are safe, effective and person-centred.
• Develop and review person-centred support plans to promote independence and choice.
• Collaborate with families, health professionals, social workers and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Undertake risk assessments and safeguarding activities for vulnerable adults.
• Support matching between individuals and Shared Lives households.
• Maintain records and case management in line with legislation and policy.
• Contribute to development and improvement of the Shared Lives service.
• Support recruitment of future Shared Lives carers and promote the service locally.

Skills

Vulnerable adults experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Adult Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic records systems

Job description

Walsall Council is seeking a motivated Shared Lives Officer to join the Pathways to Independence team in Adult Social Care. You will assess, monitor and support individuals in Shared Lives placements, working with carers, families and professionals to ensure safe, person-centred outcomes.

You will promote independence, maintain accurate records, and help recruit Shared Lives carers, contributing to continuous service improvement within the local community.