Co-Production Lead

Overview

Gloucestershire County Council Adult Social Care (GCC ASC) is seeking a Co-Production Lead to work within the Practice Development Team in Gloucester. The role supports meaningful Co-Production with Experts by Experience and carers across Adult Social Care and collaborates with the Principal Social Worker and the Practice Development Team. The position is permanent and full-time, with a mix of office, community and home working, and free offsite parking when based at Shire Hall.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of continuous learning, professional curiosity, accountability and role modelling in Co-Production practices.
• Lead the development of Co-Production within Gloucestershire County Council and engage with national and local forums to replicate best practice locally.
• Support the effective delivery of workforce Co-Production practice and development initiatives, including partnership work across six Partnership Boards in Gloucestershire.
• Collaborate with the Principal Social Worker and the Practice Development Team to raise the profile and commitment to genuine Co-Production.

About you

You should have a passion for Co-Production and be skilled in implementing participation and co-production approaches. You will understand and empathise with the experiences of adults with mental health issues, learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments or other neurodiversities. You should also be able to demonstrate a combination of the following skills and experiences:

• Considerable experience of working with adults in a statutory setting
• Extensive experience in engagement activities, using hypotheses and options to inform judgement and decision making
• Experience writing reports for a range of functions
• Ability to engage with people in fluctuating circumstances and capacities
• Chairing meetings and communicating confidently in complex situations
• Applying critical reflection and analysis to increasingly complex situations
• Experience mentoring or supporting the practice of others, or delivering continuous professional development

Benefits

• Regular formal and informal support and a safe, supportive working environment with supervision
• Transfer options after one year to develop skills in different ASC settings
• Accredited post-qualification training opportunities
• Annual leave of 25.5 days (30.5 after 5 years) plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee discounts and access to training, EAP (24/7 confidential counselling), and other networks
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Access to joining networks such as Prism and Young Employees Network
• Hybrid working arrangements

How to apply

Please write your application with consideration for the criteria in the Job Description. Include examples of the experience, skills and knowledge you would bring to the post. Email ASCrecruitment@gloucestershire.gov.uk with any questions or to arrange an informal discussion with the Team Manager and/or Principal Social Worker. To start your journey, click ‘Apply’ today.

Additional information

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. GCC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Hybrid working is available for most roles.