Social Care Practitioner - East Team (Adult Social Care)

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 ordisability, 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 excellent public services, low crime levels and a high quality of life.

As a Marmot Borough, we are committed to reducing inequalities and focusing on prevention and early intervention in everything we do. This is particularly important as our borough continues to grow and become more diverse.

Apply now

If you're interested in this opportunity, please click the link below to apply.

Alternatively, if you'd like to find out more or arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Phillipa Peters-Weier (Team Manager) via email phillipa.peters-weier@wokingham.gov.uk 

Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026, 11pm

Interview Date: TBC

AI in Applications

We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the preparation of their job applications. When used appropriately, AI can be a helpful aid in structuring responses, checking clarity, and improving presentation.

However, applications must reflect your own skills, experience and understanding. If an application appears to rely excessively on AI-generated content, it may not meet the required standard and could be rejected.

We encourage all applicants to ensure their submissions are authentic, tailored to the role, and clearly demonstrate their own knowledge, experience and suitability.

If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer.

Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply.

Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer.