Careers in Adult Social Care
Careers in Adult Social Care and Housing
Placing the strengths of
individuals, families and community at the heart of care and wellbeing
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives?
A career in Adult Social Care on the Isle of Wight could be the perfect fit for you!
Our Adult Social Care and Housing Team is determined to help people to thrive, and not simply survive, in the place that they call home with the people and things that they love.
We work hard to empower island residents whilst ensuring that each person can draw on the care and support that they need, in the way that they need it.
Become part of #TeamIWC - join our Adult Social Care and Housing Needs workforce!
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives?
A career in Adult Social Care on the Isle of Wight could be the perfect fit for you!
Our Adult Social Care and Housing Team is determined to help people to thrive, and not simply survive, in the place that they call home with the people and things that they love.
We work hard to empower island residents whilst ensuring that each person can draw on the care and support that they need, in the way that they need it.
Current Vacancies in Adult Social Care and Housing Needs
Westminster House is seeking a dedicated Night Support Worker to create a safe, emotionally responsive environment for adults with learning disabilities. You will join a compassionate team delivering person-centred care for a wide range of complex needs.
If you’re calm under pressure, empathetic, and ready to make a difference in the quiet hours, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 24 September 2025
Apply for Night Support Worker job
Ready to take the next step in your care career? We’re looking for a compassionate and driven Reablement Leader to join our Community Reablement and Outreach team. In this rewarding role, you’ll guide individuals on their journey to independence—managing cases, leading a team of support workers, and delivering hands-on care when needed.
If you’re passionate about making a real impact and leading with heart, this is your opportunity to shine.
Closing date: 28 September 2025
Apply for Reablement Leader job
We’re looking for two enthusiastic and well-organised individuals to join our dynamic team as Response Coordinators. In this pivotal role, you’ll help ensure the seamless delivery of compassionate, high-quality support across our community.
If you thrive on structure, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact, this could be your perfect next move.
Closing date: 28 September 2025
Apply for Response Co-ordinator job
This team is dedicated to preventing homelessness and ensuring individuals and families find housing solutions.
They manage cases with care, guiding people through their options and supporting them in securing long-term accommodation.
Their responsibilities include delivering the offering proactive assistance to those at risk and making arrangements for temporary accommodation.
This team is dedicated to preventing homelessness and ensuring individuals and families find housing solutions.
They manage cases with care, guiding people through their options and supporting them in securing long-term accommodation.
Their responsibilities include delivering the offering proactive assistance to those at risk and making arrangements for temporary accommodation.
This team administers the Choice Based Letting/Homefinder scheme.
Island HomeFinder gives customers choice in deciding where they want to live and properties that are available for rent are advertised each week.
The team deals with applications and queries to helps people access available housing opportunities.
This team manages and allocates temporary accommodation.
They oversee referrals, working with a range of accommodation providers to secure suitable long term housing options.
Their role also involves conducting regular checks to maintain quality standards and ensure Health and Safety compliance across all properties.
Our Wellbeing and Access Hub is the first point of contact and provides vital support to individuals and professionals.
Our Hub Team is skilled in having those “what matters” conversations to better understand callers' needs and goals, offering valuable information and advice, or referring them to the appropriate team for further assistance.
Our goal is to resolve queries effectively and efficiently at the first point of contact.
Our Wellbeing and Access Hub is the first point of contact and provides vital support to individuals and professionals.
Our Hub Team is skilled in having those “what matters” conversations to better understand callers' needs and goals, offering valuable information and advice, or referring them to the appropriate team for further assistance.
Our goal is to resolve queries effectively and efficiently at the first point of contact.
This team works closely with individuals, their families, and carers across disabilities, older people, and mental health services. Our team focuses on strengths-based, outcome-oriented support, helping individuals live independently and safely while achieving their personal goals.
This includes assessing their needs, developing personalised care plans, and coordinating with other professionals and services.
Our adult social workers play a crucial role in helping individuals lead happy and healthy lives and may involve advocating for their rights, providing emotional support, and helping them navigate complex social systems.
Be part of our Community Mental Health Teams, working alongside health professionals to support individuals experiencing mental health issues. AMHPs undergo regular re-accreditation to meet the Council’s statutory requirements for Mental Health Act Assessments.
We work closely with our partners to give the best help to those who draw on support and care. Our goal is to help individuals make informed choices, take control of their care, improve their quality of life and be active members of their community.
Our Occupational Therapists help individuals maintain their independence by providing advice, support, and arranging necessary equipment or adaptations for their homes. They collaborate with various teams and sectors to ensure individuals can live safely and comfortably in their own homes.
This team works tirelessly to support individuals in maintaining their independence in their homes. Our Reablement teams offer short-term assistance to help individuals regain their independence during times of change.
Domiciliary carers provide essential care within the community, ensuring individuals’ needs are met with dignity and respect by helping with daily tasks such as meal preparation, personal care, and light household duties.
We are proud to provide quality reablement care in our short stay resource centres, The Gouldings and The Adelaide.
Both centres offer a dedicated and skilled staff team who work to support and empower individuals to promote their independence and confidence in a relaxed, social environment.