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Post number: EHS043
£30,060 – £33,366 per annum plus benefits and essential car user allowance
Full time, fixed term for 2 years
Care and Repair Services assist elderly, disabled and vulnerable people in Fenland to organise building related works to their own homes that will allow them to remain living independently, safely, and comfortably.
Working as part of a small team, your duties as Caseworker will include visiting clients in their own homes to identify their housing needs and provide advice and practical assistance to achieve the best outcome for their particular circumstances.
You will provide advice and practical assistance on benefits and housing options; check eligibility for financial assistance and prepare applications to enable the client to access suitable grants or loans. In the event of building works, you will follow set procedures to arrange surveys, specifications, schedules of work and quotes and act as the advocate for the client, supporting them through the building process.
You will need to have 5 GCSEs, or equivalent, grade A-C, including English and have experience of working with the general public. Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are a must for this role. You will have a knowledge and understanding of the role of home improvement agencies and of disabled adaptations. You will also understand the issues and needs of older, disabled, and vulnerable individuals, providing empathy and confidentiality is essential. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Services check.
Benefits
In return, the Council offers a range of benefits including:
flexible working
childcare scheme (in approved cases)
training and development
occupational health programme
holiday and sickness scheme entitlement
If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental sustainability, the Council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme as well as coming 43rd (out of 164) on the latest national council climate scorecard.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Marie Beaumont, Senior Caseworker (Care and Repair) on 01353 665555.
Closing date for completed applications is Friday 15 August 2025
Selection process will be held on week commencing Tuesday 26 August 2025
Please note that only candidates selected for interview will be contacted by the HR Department with the confirmation of an interview. If you have not been contacted by that date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
