Grade: G
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 18.5 hours per week
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Make a Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about helping people live independently and confidently? Join our Health and Adult Services team as a Senior Intermediate Care Worker and play a vital role in supporting adults and their carers to regain skills, improve wellbeing, and achieve personal goals all within their own homes.
About the Role
You’ll support the Intermediate Care Team Leader to coordinate a small team and deliver short-term, person-centred interventions that promote independence and recovery. This is a hands-on role where you’ll work with people who have the potential to improve their independence, including those with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, sensory impairments, and low-level mental health needs.
What You’ll Do
- Carry out simple assessments and arrange equipment, adaptations, and assistive technology.
- Act as Lead Worker for cases, setting goals and monitoring progress.
- Provide practical support, including fitting equipment and assisting with personal care.
- Promote independence, wellbeing, and access to community resources.
- Work collaboratively with NHS, voluntary sector, and other partners to deliver preventative care.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Impact: Help people regain independence and reduce reliance on traditional care services.
- Flexibility: Mobile working with laptop and phone provided.
- Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Purpose: Be part of a service that transforms lives across the county.
About You
- Experience in adult social care or intermediate care services.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible to work across a 7-day service and travel within the community.
Key Dates
Close Date: Sunday 13 th September 2026
Shortlisting: Tuesday 15 th September 2026
Interviews: 21 st / 23 rd September 2026
Interviews will be held at Castle House, Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post. It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk. We are committed to the inclusion, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of adults at risk.
North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
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Senior Intermediate Care Worker in Scarborough employer: Applefields School
Whitby School is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inspiring environment for both students and staff. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, mental health support, and continuous professional development, we empower our employees to grow in their careers while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Located in the heart of the Whitby community, our school embodies values of ambition, courage, character, and endeavour, ensuring that every day offers new challenges and rewards.
