Resource Officer

JOB DESCRIPTION Are you passionate about supporting adults to achieve positive outcomes? Are you ready to make a positive and rewarding change to your career, then we would welcome your application! We are looking for a Resource Officer to come to work within our Adult Social Care, Neighbourhood Support Team based in Lewes, East Sussex. We have excellent relationships with local partners, and this post would offer the preferred candidate the opportunity to work alongside other professionals to ensure good outcomes for the individual’s you are working with. You will gain a detailed knowledge of the Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), Equality legislation and the Deprivation of Liberty safeguards, and will implement this in your daily practice. You will also be expected to carry out the Local Authorities safeguarding duties to protect and mitigate risks to the individuals we serve. We are looking for candidates who: Have experience working in an Adult Social Care or Social Care setting Can communicate effectively with a range of people Are motivated about supporting others to achieve their outcomes Can meet the travel requirements of the role. You will be required to travel across East Sussex, including rural areas. Can demonstrate resilience and flexibility to manage their caseload efficiently and effectively. Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information. To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.’ For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI . The interview dates will be confirmed once the shortlisting has taken place which will be within two weeks of the closing date. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details. As a Resource Officer in Adult Social Care, you will play a key role in the assessment of adults offering support, guidance and signposting where necessary. What we offer in return: East Sussex County Council offer extensive training and career development, you will be part of a well-established team with good support and will receive regular individualised support and supervision. Career Growth: We will support your journey with structured development opportunities. Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life with our hybrid working arrangements. A real focus on wellbeing and wellness from reflective practice sessions to enhance your skills and confidence, and maintain your wellbeing at work East Sussex County Council offer a range of benefits - More information can be found on our benefits page. If you are interested in having an informal discussion about these roles, please contact Kay Wainwright – Practice Manager on 01273 482777

For work that makes a difference, choose East Sussex! ABOUT US Additional Information This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad. Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.