Social Care Practitioner

Derbyshire Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking an enthusiastic Social Care Practitioner to join their Erewash Short Term Assessment and Reablement Team. This role involves conducting assessments, providing person-centred support, and triaging referrals within a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will showcase strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to empowering clients to maximize their independence. Benefits include generous leave, training opportunities, and various wellbeing support services.

Benefits

Generous annual leave (25 days rising to 30)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Training and professional development

Wellbeing support services

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee rewards and discounts

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in assessment and working with clients.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Knowledge of community care practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments and reviews for individuals.
• Provide person-centred support to maintain independence.
• Act as duty worker and triage new referrals.
• Build relationships with health partners.

Skills

Person-centred approach

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Assessment and review skills

Relationship building

Job description

Closing date: 11 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Social Care Practitioner to join the Erewash Short Term Assessment and Reablement Team.

The Erewash Short Term Assessment and Reablement Team provides a multi-disciplinary approach to assess, support, and enable adults to maximise their independence and assess for any potential long term care needs. We are committed to working in a person‑centred and strengths‑based way, recognising people's assets and strengths and enabling them to identify and reach their goals. The team is community based but will also support people leaving residential and nursing establishments and facilitate safe and timely discharges from some hospital settings. We are continuing to offer a hybrid approach to working, and our team is currently working from home and from the office based on the needs of the service.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to undertake this role in order to provide a safe, accountable, cost effective and efficient service to our clients which helps them to achieve their outcomes. Please see the job and person profile for more information.

Key responsibilities

• Carrying out assessments and reviews for individuals with less complex needs as well as arranging the provision of services to meet eligible needs.
• Committed to working in a person‑centred and strengths‑based way with clients and their families to maintain and maximise independence.
• Acting as duty worker on rota basis, triaging new referrals to the team and supporting clients and carers who require a more urgent response.
• Building positive relationships with health partners and other agencies.

The successful applicant will be supported by an experienced team who are committed to providing good quality support, advice, and supervision.

Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme 25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security.
• Supportive management and team.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in‑house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply).
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts.

More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page here.

Provisional Interview Date: 22 January 2026