We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Care Practitioner to join us in the Front Door Team!

This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £24,895 - £28,132 per annum.

About us:

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is situated in Berkshire, a highly productive and innovative area. The borough council is proud of its dedicated team committed to providing quality community services. RBWM offers opportunities due to its proximity to London, expanding business sectors, and cultural attractions like Windsor Castle, Legoland, and Ascot Racecourse.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Social Care Practitioner to join our Front Door Team.

The Role:

The Social Care Practitioner is part of the Front Door Team, the initial contact point for residents seeking social services. Responsibilities include providing advice, signposting to services, making referrals, supplying occupational therapy equipment, and completing statutory assessments under the Care Act 2014.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Assessments and interventions with residents
2. Signposting and advising residents contacting the team
3. Managing a caseload

What we are looking for:

• Experience working with people in a care setting or similar
• Good IT skills including MS Office, Word, and Excel
• UK driving licence

What we offer:

• 32 days annual leave
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme with life cover and AVC options
• Free employee parking
• Give As You Earn scheme
• Instant Reward Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts with retailers, gyms, and travel providers

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive environment, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to equality and diversity.

If you have a disability, military experience, or have been in care up to age 25, you are guaranteed an interview if you meet the minimum requirements.

Interview dates: week commencing 1/9/25

For informal discussions, contact Sarah Corbyn at sarah.Corbyn@rbwm.gov.uk.