Enabling Independence Team Worker

Job title:

Enabling Independence Team Worker

Company

Surrey County Council

Job description

Details

• Reference: SCC/TP/287916/2698
• Positions: 3
• Salary: £29,697 per annum
• Category: Care – Adults
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Working hours: 36 hours per week
• Posted on: 25 February 2025
• Closing date: 16 March 2025
• Directorate: Adults, Wellbeing & Health Partnerships
• Location: Surrey

DescriptionWe are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all.The salary range is £29,697 to £31,848 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. This is a 12-month fixed term contract opportunity.We are excited to be hiring 3 new Enabling Independence Worker positions to join our fantastic Move to Independence team in the East and West of Surrey. These roles will be based in Epsom or Guildford.Move to Independence (MTI) is a moderate to low level supported housing initiative managed by Surrey County Council and supported by housing providers. The aim is to accommodate people with primarily mental health issues who require this level of support who have local housing connections. The aim is that people live in the accommodation for up to 2 years, and the person is supported to move onto fully independent accommodation (a place to call home).MTI provides support to individuals to maximise their potential by promoting recovery and social inclusion to support people to be part of their local communities. Underpinning the service philosophy is a strength based approach with an outcomes focus from the Care Act to promote recovery.Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days’ holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years’ service and 30 days after 5 years’ service
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer’s leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the RoleOur supportive team works collaboratively to help individuals achieve independent living. The Move to Independence Team is expanding to cover other areas within Surrey and provide more accommodation to service users who need it the most. You will be part of this development and contribute to its growth and success. We are proud of our excellent team culture as we actively encourage collaborative working, sharing ideas, experience, and knowledge.An average day for an EIT support worker will consist of attending home visits to meet service users in their home and support them to achieve the goals they have identified. This could include supporting people with public transport, shopping, accessing community-based activities, budget management etc.The role will require driving within the area that you cover to attend visits. Verbal and written communication with various agencies is a core part of what we do to support people to access the wider community, and this will be with statutory and voluntary sector services. Support workers are expected to write up daily notes for each person they visit using the relevant Surrey systems. Successful applicants will be expected to partake in an on call rota.Shortlisting CriteriaTo be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:

• Experience and understanding of working with people who have mental health/learning disabilities/ASD and or substance misuse needs.
• An understanding of social care services and community services regarding mental health needs.
• Ability to demonstrate a basic understanding of the strengths-based recovery model.
• Ability to work on own initiative or under direction of others.

The role holder will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role.Contact UsPlease contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.For an informal discussion please contact Mandy Grime on 07989139134.The job advert closes at 23:59 on 16/03/2025 with interviews to follow.We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.An enhanced DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List checks will be required for this role.Our ValuesOur values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about .Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our also attached provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.Our CommitmentSurrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.Files to download

• Reviewed: 26 Feb 2025

for latest news and events.

• © Surrey County Council 2025
• ID: 187280

TopSign up to our monthly newsletterSign up to Surrey Matters and our wide range of topic specific newsletters for news, features and events in Surrey. Delivered straight to your inbox.

Expected salary

£29697 per year

Location

Surrey

Job date

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 02:44:46 GMT

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (hiringnearme.org) you saw this job posting.