Closing date: 7th August 2026
Social Care Coordinator – Landau
Overview
We are a charity committed to supporting people with learning and other needs. This permanent role is based in Newstead, Stoke and offers a salary of £30,900 – £36,050 per annum. You will coordinate the day‑to‑day activities of our social adult day care programme, work with team staff and volunteers, and contribute to programme development and community outreach.
Key responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage the day‑to‑day activities of the social adult day care programme
- Plan and programme the timetable for the academic year
- Oversee intake and assessment of new participants, developing individualised care or service plans
- Supervise and support programme staff and volunteers
- Monitor participant progress and well‑being, addressing concerns in collaboration with carers and medical professionals
- Be the first point of contact for parents or carers, maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, risk assessments, care plans and progress notes
- Monitor the quality and timely completion of learners' PCP reviews
- Assist in programme evaluation and quality improvement efforts
- Participate in consistent learning walks at least once per term for every tutor
- Ensure staff complete thorough inductions
- Promote the programme within the community to increase awareness and enrolment
- Plan key events and key dates across the year, taking a lead on event organisation
- Work as part of the wider Landau management team, providing reports and management information, filling in for other coordinators where required
- Provide flexible support and cover where reasonably required to maintain service standards and continuity
- Monitor and review the MIS system Arbour, liaising with the QA team for updates and reviews
- Regularly review staff CPD, develop mechanisms for the identification, dissemination and sharing of good practice across the study programme delivery team
- Act as designated Safeguarding Officer (DSO)
- Undertake any other duties as reasonably required
Skills and core competencies
- Health and social care qualification at level 4 or above (essential)
- Train the trainer (desirable)
- Designated Safeguarding Officer training (desirable)
Experience
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role (essential)
- Extensive experience managing a team (essential)
- Experience working with adults with learning difficulties (essential)
- Excellent knowledge of CQC expectations (desirable)
Skills and attributes
- People‑orientated
- Interest in energising and engaging people
- Non‑judgemental and trustworthy
- Highly organised
- Emotional intelligence
- Conscientious and professional
- Reliable delivery of excellent results
- Commitment to learning
- Creative problem‑solving
- Effective time management and high standards
- Maintain effective and organised administration systems
Personal qualities, communicating and relating to others
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Non‑judgemental and trustworthy
- Persistence and perseverance
- Emotional intelligence
- Self‑awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses, actively investing in personal and professional development
Other
- Contribute to team and departmental meetings as required
- Promote the charity in a positive and professional manner
- Provide support to organisational staff and the Charity CEO as required
Hours and location
36.5 hours per week – Newstead, Stoke
Commitments to diversity and equality
We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace. An automatic interview is offered to applicants who meet the minimum criteria and are currently experiencing or at risk of homelessness, disabled, or meet Armed Forces Covenant conditions. All applicants are assessed fairly to provide equal opportunity.
Safeguarding and legal
This role involves regular work with children and young people and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all convictions and must complete an enhanced DBS check with a children’s barred list check and provide at least two references.
It is an offence for a person barred from working with children to apply for regulated activity; providing false information is also an offence and may result in rejection or dismissal.
Social Care Coordinator in Stoke-on-Trent employer: WMJobs
West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is an exceptional employer that champions a collaborative and inclusive work culture, offering employees the chance to make a tangible impact in the public sector. With a strong focus on professional development and growth opportunities, WMCA supports its staff in navigating the complexities of local governance while fostering a dynamic environment that values innovation and adaptability. Located in the heart of the West Midlands, employees benefit from a vibrant community and access to a range of resources aimed at enhancing their career journey.
