Adult Social Care Worker

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Adult Social care Worker to join our Wellness Solution Service within a multidisciplinary Mental Health service on a fixed-term maternity cover basis.

Wellness Solutions provides short-term, preventative and practical interventions to adults experiencing mental health difficulties, supporting individuals to increase independence, maintain stability within the community and prevent escalation of need.

In this role, you will work directly with individuals to deliver time-limited, solution-focused support, helping people to overcome practical barriers that impact their wellbeing and recovery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Supporting individuals to maintain or access suitable housing, including applications, tenancy sustainment and liaison with housing providers
2. Promoting independence in activities of daily living
3. Supporting access to benefits, budgeting, debt management and financial stability
4. Facilitating engagement with services and supporting safe transitions following hospital discharge
5. Promoting community access and reducing social isolation
6. Working collaboratively with Mental Health practitioners to deliver coordinated, outcome-focused interventions

This position is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.

The position is based at the Coast Resource Centre, Worle and requires travel across North Somerset. Occasional travel outside of area may be required.

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

Mobile/Field Worker

This role is predominantly community-based, working directly with individuals in their own homes and local settings across North Somerset.

Regular attendance at the Coast Resource Centre is required for team meetings, supervision and collaborative work. Portable technology supports flexible working while out in the community.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting adults experiencing mental health challenges and who is committed to preventative, strengths-based practice, and who possesses the following skills and experience:

Essential Criteria:

1. Experience of working with adults in a social care, mental health or community setting
2. Understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment and lone working procedures
3. Ability to deliver practical, person-centred interventions that promote independence
4. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Desirable Criteria:

1. Experience of delivering one-to-one support within community-based services
2. Experience supporting individuals with practical interventions to promote independence
3. Understanding of strengths-based and recovery-focused approaches
4. Experience supporting individuals to overcome practical barriers in their daily lives.

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

Further details of our excellent rewards package can be found in our Benefits booklet.

How to Apply

If you share our vision and valuesand are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

For further information about the role, please contact Annie Katihabwa, Senior Social worker, Wellness solution service Manager, at annie.katihabwa@nhs.net or Tel: 01934523700, Mob: 07385378464.

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: Thursday 07 May 2026.

Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.

Equal Opportunities

At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

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

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.

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