Exciting Opportunity: Carer Locality Workers covering Harrogate and Selby District

Join Our Dedicated Team at Carers’ Resource.

Carers’ Resource is excited to announce a new opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of carers. We are currently seeking:

Carer Locality Workers,

Up to 37 hours per week covering Harrogate & District

Up to 37 hours per week covering Selby & District

There may be some negotiation around hours for the right candidate

Based in Harrogate office.

£23,725 – £26,021 (FTE)

Carers’ Resource is a well-established Yorkshire charity that provides tailored information and support to carers, individuals in need of care, and the professionals who support them. We empower individuals to maintain their independence and make choices that improve their lives.

Role Overview:

As a Carer Locality Worker, you play a pivotal role in supporting unpaid carers through listening, advising, and advocating for them. You’ll conduct wellbeing reviews, identify required actions, and collaborate with local services. Additionally, you’ll engage in outreach work to promote our services and facilitate peer support groups. Your work aligns with local safeguarding procedures, promoting wellbeing and positive change for carers.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for working with unpaid carers and an understanding of the challenges they face.
• Previous experience providing individual and group support to adults.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with carers on a personal level and collaborate as a team member.
• Flexibility to adapt to the varying needs and demands of the role.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and rights of carers.
• Competent user of IT, email, Microsoft Office.
• Able to travel around Harrogate or Selby district and other Carers’ Resource offices.

What we offer you:

• Hybrid working – office/ community /home
• Expenses and mileage paid at 45p p/m
• Carer passport if you are a carer yourself
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card and Carers Trust CarerSmart benefits
• Work phone and laptop
• Access to online wellbeing support
• Pension scheme with flexible employee contribution
• Access to staff savings scheme (via third party)
• Occupational sick pay
• Tea and coffee provided in offices

For More Information:

For an informal discussion about this role, please reach out to:

Rachel Waddington 0808 5015 939

Join Our Team:

This is an opportunity to join a dedicated team that is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of carers. If you are passionate about supporting others and making a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Carers’ Resource values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Closing date for applications Monday 20th January 2025

We are planning to interview at our Harrogate office week on Tuesday 28th January 2025.

Download job files

• Carer Locality Worker, Harrogate Role Guide
• Carer Locality Worker, Selby Role Guide