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Social Care Practitioner (2 Posts)
- Location
- The Quad, Dock Walk, Chesterfield
- Reference
- JOB/26/01932
- Salary details
- Grade 8 £29,719 - £31,691 per annum
- Job term
- Full Time
- Appointment type
- Permanent
- Hours
- 37 hours per week
- Closing Date
- 26 July 2026
Derbyshire County Council’s Living Well Team in Chesterfield is seeking a motivated and skilled Social Care Practitioner to support adults to achieve independence, wellbeing, and improved quality of life.
Working within a strengths-based, person-centred framework, you will support individuals with common mental health needs, helping them to remain independent within their communities and prevent reliance on long-term services. This role is central to our Living Well approach, focusing on early intervention, prevention, and enabling people to live fulfilling lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake person centred assessments
- Work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers, and partner agencies
- Promote independence, resilience, and community connections
- Manage a caseload
- Support safeguarding enquiries and contribute to risk management plans
- Signpost and connect people to community and voluntary sector services
- Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with organisational standards
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working in adult social care, health, or a related field
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of person-centred and strengths-based practice
- Has knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks
- Is confident in managing competing priorities and working autonomously
- Has excellent communication and partnership-working skills
- Is committed to promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing
A relevant qualification in health or social care (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) is desirable.
Provisional interview date - 6th August 2026
Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.
Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here
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Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.
We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.