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Social Care Practitioner
Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ 14.91 - 14.91 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Social Care Practitioner
Location: Shropshire Council
Rate: £14.91 PAYE / £19.61 Umbrella
Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 8:45-5pm / Fri 8:45-4pm)
Contract: 3 months (potential for extension)
Role Overview:
Opus people solutions are looking for someone to join the Adult Social Care team to support the delivery of person-centred services aligned with the Care Act 2014, the Council's values, and an early intervention and prevention model.
You'll work with adults including older people, individuals with physical or learning disabilities, sensory impairments, and their carers-helping them achieve independence through assessments, planning, and access to services.
Desirable - Driving Licence and access to own vehicle.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver assessments and support plans in line with the Care Act 2014
Promote early intervention, prevention, and strengths-based approaches
Support timely hospital discharges
Work collaboratively with professionals to assess need and coordinate care
Ensure accurate records, attend meetings, and represent the service
Promote equality, anti-discriminatory practice, and health & safety standards
Participate in rotas (e.g., emergency/same-day responses)
Essential Skills & Experience:
Experience working with older adults, individuals with disabilities, and carers
Knowledge of the Care Act 2014, personal budgets, and self-directed support
Understanding of reablement, assistive technology, and person-centred models
Ability to work across professional teams and advocate for service users
Familiarity with the needs of informal carers and community-based supportBefore You Apply
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