Starting salary for this role is £32,061 / £34,434 DOE(pro rata for part‑time colleagues). This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. All new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation.
Role Overview
Community Based Adult Social Care Practitioner – Intake. You will be undertaking comprehensive assessments focusing on the needs of BCP residents over the age of 18 and carers.
Responsibilities
- Work with people who have short- or long-term conditions, older people, families, groups and communities to enable optimal outcomes that promote social welfare and inclusion.
- Support and enable people to minimise dependence and maximise independence through strength-based, self-directed support.
- Work as part of a team alongside colleagues.
- Manage own workloads.
- Visit residents in their own homes, care home environments and hospitals.
- Work closely with our health partners and other provider organisations.
Qualifications and Experience
- Recent experience of working within Adult Social Care or a similar agency, involving direct contact with members of the public.
- Understanding of the social and legal context within which social care services are delivered.
- Excellent communication skills, ability to advocate for adults and provide signposting, information and advice.
- A quick learner, comfortable adapting to a fast-paced work environment and able to follow established processes and procedures efficiently.
Team
You will work as part of a team that sits within the Adult Social Care Hub to deliver the best possible service to our customers and promote their well-being. The team has regular meetings, supervision and a culture of peer support and learning. Opportunities for professional development, access to social work training programmes and ongoing learning initiatives are available. Mentoring by experienced colleagues is provided.
Working Arrangements
The role is full time (37 hours per week) with a focus on the Bournemouth area. Modern working practices include hybrid working from hubs, community visits and home working where appropriate. Technology is used to support flexible working.
Eligibility
Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK; the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits
We offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, an employee assistance programme, social groups and an inclusive working environment.
EEO Statement
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. BCP Council is a Disability Confident Employer.
Contact
Please contact SianSantangelo‑Barber at 01202093440 for further information.
Contact Details:
Bournemouth Borough Council Recruitment Team
