Assessment and Enablement Worker - Abbey, United Kingdom - West Northamptonshire Council

West Northamptonshire Council
West Northamptonshire Council
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Abbey, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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About the role

We are the front door for these communities so If you are passionate about working with people to promote independence and dedicated to making a difference, then we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic person who will become part of the local community and work directly with people undertaking conversations with people, signposting, and supporting them to access their community and completing Care Act assessments of people to identify any needs.


West Northants Council uses daily a model, three conversations, that re-emphasises focus on people, their strengths, and the networks through the development of community and Inclusion hubs.

We are looking for staff who believe it is important to ensure people have choice and control over their own support needs and focus on the person, their strengths, and networks.


You will work with any combination, or all, of the following care groups: older people, people with physical, sensory, cognitive impairments and people with mental health needs.

What will you be doing?

We are the front door for these communities so If you are passionate about working with people to promote independence and dedicated to making a difference, then we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for enthusiastic and dynamic person who will become part of the local community and work directly with people undertaking conversations with people, signposting, and supporting them to access their community and completing Care Act assessments of people to identify any needs.


West Northants Council uses daily a model, three conversations, that re-emphasises focus on people, their strengths, and the networks through the development of community and Inclusion hubs.

We are looking for staff who believe it is important to ensure people have choice and control over their own support needs and focus on the person, their strengths, and networks.


You will work with any combination, or all, of the following care groups: older people, people with physical, sensory, cognitive impairments and people with mental health needs.

We're a new council, following one of the largest shake-ups in local government reform in recent history.

As a new authority, we're embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers and communities.


Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is 'to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive'.

We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality.

Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for:
Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services.

At West Northants Council, it's about our people.

People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge.

Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.


Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.


West Northants Council, where careers thrive.
About you
Undertake clear and accurate assessments and reviews of an individual in line with statutory guidance and best practice.


Provide short term intervention plans for individuals as appropriate, ensuring individuals are supported and encouraged to access community support that is available.

Effectively assess and manage risk, for example safeguarding and take appropriate action when required.


Use a person centred approach, listening and developing creative and personalised solutions to assist people to manage their lives independently for as long as possible.

Provide accurate, impartial information, support and guidance to customers and their families.

About us
Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment

Have the passion to promote people's strengths and the ability to make a difference in a safe working approach to social work practices

Have up to date knowledge of legislation and demonstrable experience of delivering social care outcomes to people in need.

Have good communication and IT skills

Be able to prioritise, using a risk-based approach

Our benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:


  • Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days annual leave per year, 28 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
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Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
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Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel a
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