Social Care Support Officer

Salary £25,979 - £29,777 l Permanent l Full time, 37 hours per week l Learning Disability and Autism Community Team - South Ribble 

Pending Pay Award

International Sponsorship  – this role is  not  open to international sponsorship 

We have an exciting opportunity to work as a Social Care Support Officer within the Learning Disability and Autism Community team covering the South Ribble area. 

You will support people in different settings, who need additional help to live independently.

We're looking for people who will bring compassion, empathy and a sense of purpose into the lives of others.

You could help people to learn new skills, provide assistance to someone who is older or has a disability or needs support with aspects of their care.

You could support someone in their own home, a residential home, a short break service or out and about in the community.

You'll have plenty of opportunity to progress with training and gaining qualifications whilst you work.

The benefits of working in adult services

Working in adult social care is not just an emotionally rewarding role, it’s one of the most varied too.

Working with a range of people with different needs means every day is different. 

You'll make a difference to people's lives every single day.

Flexible hours to fit around your life.

You need the right qualities, rather than specific qualifications.

On the job training and support. 

Ongoing career progression, paid qualification opportunities and job security.

We are a Foundation Living Wage Employer, paying above the National Living Wage.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab. 

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability. 

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

For an informal discussion around the role please contact Lucy Andonegui Team Manager 01772 533700. 

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In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.