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Job Description 

37 hours per week (part-time/job-share considered) plus on call duty which is worked on a rota basis

This is a temporary position for a period not exceeding 12 months

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Support Officer to work with our Community Services team across West Somerset. You will be responsible for providing a range of duties to our Sheltered and Community Lifeline customers plus offering support to the wider community.

We are looking for someone with a community spirit that is motivated, dedicated, flexible. You should have a caring disposition and carry out duties to the highest professional standard.

You will need to demonstrate:

• experience of working with elderly, disabled and vulnerable customer groups
• listening skills and an understanding of issues relating to the customer group
• excellent organisational skills
• an ability to think and plan creatively
• the ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team, as well as on own initiative
• responsive approach to people with complex support needs
• experience of multi-agency working

Applicants should have a current, valid driving licence and use of a car.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.