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!
To join our Adult Social Care and Housing Needs team, you will
- have a desire to help others and to promote people’s strengths to improve their lives
- engage in an individualised care approach and varied working environment
- employ safe and effective practice, following the necessary professional standards
If you are looking for a meaningful and fulfilling person-centred career in Adult Social Care and Housing, we invite you to explore these opportunities.
Current Vacancies in Adult Social Care and Housing Needs
Looking for a rewarding role where your attention to detail and care for others truly makes a difference?
Join our team and help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for our residents. This varied role involves everything from keeping communal spaces spotless to supporting kitchen duties — all while working in a friendly, professional setting where you’ll feel valued and supported.
Apply for Domestic Assistant job
Join our team and make a real difference in people's day to day lives.
As a Care and Support Worker, you'll provide compassionate, person-centred care which is tailored to each individual's needs.
If you're passionate about helping others and creating meaningful connections, we’d love to welcome you to our team.
Apply for Support Worker job
Kickstart your career in Health and Social Care with our fantastic Undergraduate Scheme!
We're offering L2/L3 Health & Social Care students a two-year fixed-term contract as Support Workers, giving you hands-on experience in our Community Reablement team.
If you are looking to build a career in Health and Social Care, apply today!
Closing date: 30 June 2025
Apply for Undergraduate Support Worker job
Make a real difference every day by providing compassionate physical and emotional support to those who need it most.
In this meaningful role, you’ll help with daily wellbeing, guided by individualised care plans and best practice standards.
With full training and a strong team behind you, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring each person feels safe, respected and truly supported.
Apply for Support Worker job
Help empower individuals to live more independently in this dynamic and highly rewarding role.
You will assess needs, provide tailored interventions and equipment, and work closely with health and social care teams to ensure person-centred outcomes.
If you're passionate about making a real impact through meaningful therapeutic support and holistic care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Apply for Occupational Therapist jobSenior Homeless Reduction Officer job
Find out about our Housing teams
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.
This team works to improve housing conditions in the private sector, ensuring all homes are safe, habitable, and meet required standards.
They provide licensing, advice, financial assistance, and enforcement to protect vulnerable residents in rented accommodation.
Their role includes regulating houses in multiple occupation and driving initiatives to raise overall standards in the private rental market.
They also deal with applications for Disabled Facilities Grants.
This team leads the delivery of the housing strategy, working to develop new housing opportunities and bring empty properties back into use.
They focus on enabling and delivering sustainable housing solutions, ensuring homes are available to meet community needs.
Find out about our Adult Social Care teams
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.
Join our specialist safeguarding team dedicated to protecting vulnerable adults from harm, abuse, or neglect. Collaborate with internal and external partners to address and manage adult safeguarding concerns, ensuring individuals' safety and well-being.
The transitions service helps young adults move into adult social care from children’s services to get the best support as adults. We work with young people to understand what care and support needs they might have in preparation for adulthood.
The Team works closely with children’s services to ensure that any ongoing support plan is tailored to the individual’s needs.
Explore these fulfilling opportunities and more to become a part of a dedicated team that makes a real difference in the community.
Your compassion and skills really can transform lives on the Isle of Wight!