Nottinghamshire County Council
Promoting Independence Worker
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Promoting Independence Worker
Promoting Independence Worker (3 Vacancies)
Salary £25,583 - £26,403 per annum
Type of Vacancy Permanent
Work Pattern Full Time (37 hours per week)
Work Base Welbeck House, Sherwood Energy Village, NG22 9FF
Working Arrangements Hybrid
Closing Date 08 July 2026 (by 23:55)
Interview Date 21 July 2026
About the Role
The Maximising Independence Service (MIS) focuses on early resolution, prevention, and promoting independence and wellbeing. The service aims to help people maximise their independence by:
- Providing information, advice, and guidance
- Setting short-term goals
- Identifying tailored support to achieve those goals
This includes:
- Enablement
- Reablement
- Benefits advice
- Signposting to community support
- Equipment and minor adaptations
- Carers support and advice
- Routine moving and handling reviews (Single Handed Care)
- Support from i-work
- Blue badge eligibility
The service collaborates with other providers to enhance independence and wellbeing.
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Core Values
We believe in the following principles:
- ✅ Choice and control
- ✅ A personalised approach
- ✅ Dignity and respect in care and support
- ✅ Pride in the quality of our work
We seek dynamic, creative individuals who are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with individuals aged 17+ across all service areas.
- Provide up to 12 weeks of support to help clients achieve meaningful goals (e.g., learning public transport, social activities, or cooking).
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team under the guidance of an Enablement Manager.
- Use a strengths-based approach to understand and support clients.
- Serve the north of the county (covering Newark, Sherwood, and Bassetlaw), requiring flexible travel to meet demand.
Requirements
- Relevant experience or a strong desire to enter social care.
- Ability to work flexibly across assigned areas.
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Support & Training
- Ongoing training and coaching
- Regular supervision & annual development appraisals
- Motivated, friendly team
- Remote work support & required technology access
Equal Opportunities & Equity
- Nottinghamshire County Council is an Equality & Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
- Applications from disability-confident candidates meeting minimum criteria will be considered for guaranteed interviews.
- Job Share schemes available (unless stated otherwise).
Safeguarding Commitment: We ensure the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and require all staff to undergo appropriate checks.
The Council strongly encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, regardless of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, age, or sexual orientation.
For more information, contact: Nicola Adcock (MIS North Enablement Manager) 📞 0115 8043383
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