Social Care Practitioner - Adult Social Care

Social Care Practitioner - East Team (Adult Social Care)

Employer:

Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £29,542 – £32,047 Per Annum (Pro Rata), Plus Benefits

Location:

Wokingham

Contract:

Permanent Working Pattern:
Part Time

Hours:

30 hours per week. DBS Check:
Enhanced Closing Date: 08/11/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 711535 We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Care Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive Adult Social Care at Wokingham Borough Council. This is a permanent, part time role (30 hours per week). In this role, you will support adults to live the lives they choose, remain safe, and live well in their communities.

You’ll focus on what individuals can do, not just what support they need whilst getting to know the people you work with and what matters most to them. You will work with support and supervision from a social worker / Occupational Therapist . Adult Social Care helps people who need extra support to stay healthy, connected to their communities, and able to live fulfilling lives.

This role offers a clear development pathway, with the opportunity to progress to Grade 6 once you have met the required progression criteria. You'll be joining an award-winning council and a service that was rated among the top-performing adult social care services in the country following our recent CQC inspection. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to Social Care Future, a movement that aims to make sure everyone, regardless of age, health condition or disability, can live in a home they choose, maintain the relationships and activities that matter to them, and be part of a supportive community.

⭐ Staff Benefits ⭐ You’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including: 27 days annual leave (pro rata) , rising by five days after five years’ local government service, plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme GP helpline , seven days a week Employee Assistance Programme , including 24/7 confidential support Free eye tests and flu vaccines Free onsite gym (Shute End, Wokingham) Salary sacrifice schemes – including car and cycle to work Local and lifestyle discounts Move through Menopause course Sports and social clubs – running, football, cricket and more Learning and development opportunities Employee networks And more!

What you'll be doing Working with people to find out what is important to them Carrying out strengths-based assessments and reviews of peoples day to day lives and their support arrangements. Gathering information and feedback from individuals, carers, professionals and advocates where needed. Writing reports and keeping accurate records. Building positive relationships with residents and supporting a wide range of communication needs.

Working closely with colleagues as part of a team. About you We're looking for someone who:
Has a strong value base; is respectful, trustworthy and who embraces diversity Has good IT skills and can learn how to use our adult social care recording systems. Can engage effectively with people who have different communication needs, and who understands verbal an non-verbal communication Works in an inclusive way, building positive relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds.

Understands how a persons situation, physical or mental health or disability, can affect a person's wellbeing. Has experience working in health or social care, or in a people
-facing role. About Wokingham Borough Wokingham Borough is in the heart of Berkshire, with excellent transport links to Reading and London. The area includes a historic market town, attractive villages and beautiful countryside. We have a strong local economy, excellent schools, a range of international businesses and a thriving community. Residents benefit from…