Enabling Independence Officer; Adult Social Care

Enabling Independence Officer (Adult Social Care) Employer

Sutton Council

Sutton

Hybrid Working

Fixed Term

12 months

Part Time

7

15 hours

£38,256 - £44,685 (£46,968 unconsolidated maximum)

Per annum, pro rata'd to part-time working hours

£15,940 - £18,619

Janet Mouncer was previously a full-time permanent member of staff. Following a reduction in her working hours from 36 to 21 hours per week as part of a flexible retirement arrangement, there is now a 18-hour gap within the team. I would therefore like to recruit an additional worker on a fixed-term contract to cover these 18 hours. This would help to maintain staffing capacity and manage the team's workload effectively.

28 days

30/09/2026, 23:55

15/09/2026 and 17/09/2026

The London Borough of Sutton is situated less than 30 minutes by train from Central London, with direct connections to London Victoria and London Bridge. Found in zone 5 with good transport links in and out of London, Sutton boasts award winning parks and open spaces, low crime rates, affordable housing and great schools. As well as high levels of resident engagement and satisfaction, providing quality services and success in addressing our financial challenges, whilst involving residents in key issues and high street changes.

Sutton is continuously investing in the health, wellbeing and education of our residents and the future generation, as set out in the "Ambitious for Sutton" corporate plan. We are home to the Royal Marsden Hospital and the Institute of Cancer Research. Together with the development of the London Cancer Hub, Sutton will be the world's leading life-science district, specialising in cancer research and treatment.

Our vision will create around 13,000 jobs while contributing £1.2bn to the UK economy each year, a vibrant community of scientists, doctors and innovative companies intended to deliver real benefits for cancer patients and drive economic growth. With the regeneration of the local areas with new homes and schools, Sutton is passionate about working closely with our residents and vulnerable groups to help them maintain their independence and create a balance between support and independent living.

The Council is seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment. As we strive to improve our services and spaces for our residents as set out in the 'Ambitious for Sutton' corporate plan, Sutton aims to shape the future of the borough and adapt to the needs of its residents to make our Borough a great place to live, work and raise a family.

An Enabling Independence Officer (EIO) works within Sutton's Adult Social Care Locality Teams to support adults to maximise their independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

Working alongside Social Workers and other professionals such Occupational Therapist, EIOs use astrengths-based, person-centred approach to complete Care Act Assessments and Reviews, identify eligible care and support needs, and help people achieve their desired outcomes.

The role focuses on enabling rather than doing for people, supporting individuals to develop or maintain daily living skills, manage risks, build confidence, make informed choices and have greater control over their lives.

• Compassionate, patient and committed to promoting independence.
• Person-centred and able to recognise and build on people's…