Job Description

Adult Social Care


Clusters


Social Care Practitioner

Ref:

000764

Contract:

Permanent,

Salary:

30,559 - 33,366 per annum (Grade 5)

Hours:

36.66 per week

Location:

Across the clusters including Safeguarding and Duty

Closing Date:

Sunday 1st June 2025

Shortlisting & Interview Dates:

TBC

Role Overview:

Under supervision you will be expected to undertake Care Act assessments of older people and people with a physical disability and their carer's, whose needs do not require a Social Worker to organise the provision of outreach and support services as required. Also, to assist with the more complex assessments under the guidance of Social Worker / Care Manager, Senior Practitioner or colleagues in the cluster team.



An area of development in the integrated team and a priority focus is reduce the number of hospital presentations and support people to stay health, safe and well within the community.

Key Responsibilities:

To undertake Care Act assessments of individuals and their carers whose needs are not complex and do not require care management in accordance with the Department's policies, procedures and Care Act eligibility criteria. To assist Care Managers undertaking more complex assessments. To identify and take account of community networks which may assist in meetings the needs of individuals and their carers referred for a Care Act assessment. To support service users and carers in engaging in employment and occupational activities by identifying potential provision and reviewing the options available. In partnerships with the individual and their carers to prepare a written care plan, and provide advice, guidance and support. To actively promote effective communication and engagement with older people and people with a physical disability and ensure that their views are central to plans developed. To organise provision of appropriate outreach support / vocational services as required: including the commissioning of private and voluntary services under the direction of the social worker / care manager; and to keep providers advised and informed of any changes required to care arrangements. To ensure that services reflect the special needs of individuals from all protected characteristics and being aware of the additional needs of those who may be socially disadvantaged. To consult with service providers in monitoring the effectiveness of care provided, to undertake re-assessment visits when necessary, in line with the department's policies and procedures, and to re-evaluate the needs of individuals and their carers to ensure that services provided are adequate, effective and appropriate. In consultation with the social worker / care manager decide when it is appropriate to refer to a Social Worker/ Care Manager for a more detailed assessment or onward referral / service. To co-ordinate support services for service users by establishing and, maintaining effective links with relevant agencies; for example, housing partners, Education, CCG and voluntary agencies as appropriate. To ensure that electronic case files are compiled and maintained and that appropriate accurate and factual information is recorded in accordance with the department's policy and procedures. To attend liaison meetings and case conferences involving other agencies to ensure that individuals needs are properly identified and that appropriate services are provided. 13. To provide Managers with reports concerning individual cases when requested to assist in the collation of purchasing statistics ensuring that information is available and required. Under the direction of the Team Manager to undertake other tasks including cover for colleagues and delegated activities within an individual's care plan. In consultation with service users and partner agencies, to assist with the assessment of housing needs, aids and adaptations and provision.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and therefore expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

About Us:

We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy. As we look to the future, the challenges may be significant, but so are the opportunities. We've identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact:



A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing.



We're looking for candidates who will support us to achieve our ambitions and we encourage you to download our Corporate Plan: Ready for the Future and our Oldham Plan for further information.

Our Values and Behaviours:

By driving innovation, investing in our people, and championing our communities, we will ensure that Oldham continues to be a place where everyone can live their best life. To support this, we have three core values which define who we are and how we operate. These are 'Proud, Ambitious, and Together', and they shape our culture, inform our decisions, and inspire us to deliver on our commitments to the people of Oldham.



We have translated these values into five behaviours which guide our actions and are the standards we hold ourselves to, day in and day out:

Work with a resident focus Support local leaders Committed to the borough Delivery high performance Take ownership and drive change


You can find out more about our values and behaviours on our greater.jobs Oldham page

Our Benefits Package:

At Oldham Council we offer a great benefits package for our employees, which includes the following:

25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10-years' service The option to purchase additional annual leave. An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions. Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active. Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating-out, eating-in, travel, motoring and more. Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work. Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support. Staff recognition and celebration events. Peer support groups

Inclusive Recruitment:

We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace.

NB. - Any candidate that meets the criteria of our

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

and meets the essential criteria of the role, will be guaranteed the first stage of assessment (whether that is an interview or another assessment, as appropriate).

Our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme supports candidates with disabilities, have previously been in or currently in care, those that are carers, and those who have served in the Armed Forces as a regular, reserve or cadet.

Data and Privacy:

For details of how we use your data please see our privacy notice.

Important Information:

Please note that should a vacancy that has been released for internal or external recruitment be deemed suitable for a current employee at risk of redundancy, it can be pulled back at any point, up to the post being formally offered to a candidate who is not at risk of redundancy.


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