Making a difference in Social Care   
 

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. 

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

You will be working within the Older People & Physical Disabilities Community Review Team and will be responsible for carrying out annual reviews for one or more of the following client groups: Adults with physical disabilities, older people, older people’s mental health. 

The Team works together with individuals with complex needs to develop long term support plans which cater for their specific needs and circumstances. This includes planning, safeguarding, risk management and carrying out scheduled and unscheduled reviews. The purpose is to find solutions that maintain a good quality of life, promotes independence, inclusion and well-being of all adults with social care needs.  

The Person

Relevant professional qualification in health or social care and knowledge and experience of the needs of older people, mental health issues and adults with physical disabilities. You will work positively as a member of the team both with Social Services and with other agencies. 

Experience of putting together care packages and support plans including monitoring & reviewing and purchasing care packages within a budgetary framework is essential for this role. 

If you are up to the challenge and rewards that come from delivering dedicated people centred services, focusing on quality outcomes, we would welcome your application. In return you will receive structured supervision, your own smartphone/iPad, work in our award winning Civic Centre which is central to excellent transport links, an in-house supermarket and the Wembley Designer Outlet. You will also be able to join the staff rewards scheme.

Closing Date: 28 April 2019 (23:00)

Assessment & Interview Date: tbc

Additional Information 

This position is only open to current employees of Brent Council or Temporary Agency Workers currently working in Brent Council. External candidates are not permitted to apply for internal only roles. Forwarding ‘internal only’ roles to external candidates may lead to disciplinary action being taken. 

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Applications are particularly welcome from people with disabilities and LGBT (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender) applicants as they are under-represented across the council.

All organisations and individuals who work with children and young people, or are involved in providing services for them have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Before you join Brent Council, you will need to provide your National Insurance (NI) number and undergo a Home Office Standard I.D. check. 

All successful applicants will be required to apply for a ‘Enhanced and barred (Adults)’ DBS Disclosure. 

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position.

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