Fixed Term Contract to 31st March 2023 (May be extended subject to funding)

We are seeking an Advice and Casework Officer to support older people across Bradford District. You will have a passion for providing person centred approaches enabling people to have choice and control, maintain their independence and improve their wellbeing.

You will ensure that people are supported to understand the options available to them and provide advice on a variety of subject areas such as benefits, housing, health & social care, leisure & personal matters.

Ideally, you will have knowledge of welfare benefits and a commitment to excellent customer service.

This role will be home based and people seen by appointment either over the phone, in one of our Community Hubs or through home visits.

The post will require frequent travel and therefore a full driving license, appropriate insurance cover and use of a car is essential.

Pay band £20 - 24k FTE (£7,567 - £9,081) dependent on experience

14 hours per week

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays pro rata

For a full job description and to apply for this post, please download an application pack from our website https://www.ageuk.org.uk/bradforddistrict/get-involved/work-for-us2/

Closing date for applications: 21st August 2022

Interviews to be held remotely via video link

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Age UK Bradford District. We are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities and also welcome applications from LGB and Trans and non binary candidates.

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