Adult Social Care Practitioner

Job Details

• Job Title: Adult Social Care Practitioner
• Location: Cirencester
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Closing Date: 13/05/2026
• Requisition Number: 13998
• Job Share: Not available

About the role

Full‑time Adult Social Care Practitioner position in the Cotswold Locality Team, based in Cirencester. The role involves undertaking assessments and developing support plans for people with physical disabilities or other complex needs, working closely with families, carers, and agencies across Gloucestershire to promote independence, enable individuals to remain in their own homes, and reduce hospital admission or long‑term care.

Responsibilities

Perform health and social care assessments, manage a caseload of people experiencing a range of physical disabilities, mental health difficulties and learning difficulties, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated care.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Health and Social Care experience.
• Training related to Health and Social Care assessments.
• Experience managing a caseload, including working with people with physical disabilities, medical, mental health and learning difficulties.
• Demonstrated good interpersonal skills and verbal/write communication.
• Valid UK driving licence and ability to travel across the rural Cotswolds area.

Benefits

• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays.
• Membership of a Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free parking at the Cirencester office.
• Regular formal and informal support, robust supervision, and a safe, supportive working environment.
• Access to training opportunities and career progression.
• Transfer options after one year in post.
• Personal licences to Adults CCINFORM.
• Discounts at major supermarket chains and high street retailers.
• GCC's Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply).
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential counselling available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
• High engagement in annual appraisal and regular health and wellbeing events.

About us

Gloucestershire County Council’s Adult Social Care practice uses the Three Conversation approach, focusing on people, their strengths, and their community networks. Our practitioners work to make a difference in local communities.

Legal and EEO Statements

Right to work: This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates must have right to work and be able to commit to at least 6 months employment. Right to work is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer.

Immigration Act 2016: Candidates must demonstrate fluent English to fulfil spoken aspects of the role.

Disability: Internal applicants with a disability, per Equality Act 2010, should declare via recruitment@gloucestershire.gov.uk to be considered for a guaranteed interview under the Disability Confident pledge and for reasonable adjustments.

Safeguarding: Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Inclusive environment: We aim to be an employer of choice, offering an inclusive and supportive workplace that enables staff to bring their whole selves to work and realise their full potential.

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