Social Care Practitioner (Adult Social Care - Transitions) 05591

Newbury, England, United Kingdom

5/9/2025

Are you a dedicated and skilled Social Care Practitioner looking to join a dynamic team within the Adult Social Care Service at West Berkshire Council? We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to work alongside our Team Manager, reporting directly to them, to provide high-quality social care and support to our valued customers.

About The Role

As a Social Care Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional social care services to individuals within the community; specifically working with young adults who are transitioning into Adult Social Care and who need care and support. Your responsibilities will include:

• Working collaboratively with the Team Manager to ensure effective service delivery and meet the needs of our customers.
• Conducting assessments and reviews of individuals' social care needs, identifying appropriate interventions and support.
• Building positive relationships with customers, their families, and other professionals to promote well-being and independence.
• Providing advice, guidance, and support to individuals, empowering them to make informed choices.
• Ensuring accurate and timely documentation, including case notes, reports, and referrals.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of services through participation in team meetings and development initiatives.
  
  

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• A relevant social care qualification and experience working in a similar role.
• Sound knowledge of social care legislation, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent assessment and intervention skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage a diverse caseload.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with customers and collaborate effectively with colleagues and external agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and staying up-to-date with industry developments.
  
  

West Berkshire Council Offer Excellent Employment Benefits Such As

• Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00
• Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.
  
  

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Please note this role is fixed term for one year but may be extended to two years subject to funding

In addition to these benefits, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive working environment, where your contributions are valued and recognised.

For an informal discussion to learn more about the role, please contact Sarah Peebles or Magda Hove on 01635 503185 or email [email protected] or [email protected]

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Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment, and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How To Apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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