Community Care Officer

Job description

Community Care Officer

Salary

£31,015 - £34,811 per annum

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Full Time

Hours per week

37

Work Base

Mansfield Community Hospital, Mansfield, NG18 5QJ.The team cover Mansfield, Ashfield and Newark.

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Competency Framework

Number of posts

2

Interview date

15 October 2026

Closing Date

04 October 2026 23:55

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are deeply rooted in our community. We strive to provide exceptional services to our residents while fostering a supportive environment for our staff. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Are you eager to empower individuals during challenging times? We are on the lookout for passionate and resilient Community Care Officers to join our dynamic Urgent & Emergency Care Team. In this fulfilling role, you will collaborate with health and social care professionals to support individuals through crises, facilitate timely hospital discharges, and promote independence. This is your chance to make a real impact every day!

As a Community Care Officer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Assessing and reviewing the needs of individuals and their carers.
• Coordinating personalised support and solutions.
• Connecting people with community services to enhance their independence.
• Supporting hospital discharge planning and community-based interventions.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals and partner agencies to ensure timely and effective support.

To thrive in this role, you should possess:

• A relevant health or social care qualification (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• Knowledge of community care services and legislation, including the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
• Experience in a similar role, with at least two years in care work (paid, voluntary, or personal).
• Proficiency in using IT applications for record-keeping and reporting.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with individuals, families, and colleagues.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, especially in fast-paced situations.
• A commitment to person-centred practice and excellent customer care.
• Resilience and adaptability to manage competing demands effectively.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we believe in supporting our staff. Here's what we offer:

• A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Generous annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Access to an excellent occupational pension scheme and mileage payments.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference in your community! If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and help others live their best lives, apply now to join Nottinghamshire County Council as a Community Care Officer. Together, we can create a brighter future for those we serve!

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Claire Atkinson on 01159775696 or by email [email protected].

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.