Role Responsibility

Are you passionate about supporting people with complex needs? Do you want to make a real difference in enabling someone’s journey to independence? Are you confident working in both hospital and community settings?
We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Enablement Assessment Officer to join the Kent Enablement Services (KES) Home from Hospital team. This role offers a unique chance to work with people at a critical point in their mental health recovery journey.
About the Role
As an Enablement Assessment Officer, you’ll work with adults who are currently in psychiatric hospitals and wards across Kent — including Littlebrook, Priority House, St Martins, Darent Valley and The QEQM. You’ll begin enablement support while individuals are still in hospital and continue that support into the community after discharge.
Your role will be to empower people with mental health diagnoses, learning disabilities, and neurodiversity to regain and develop independent living skills in order to avoid future hospital admissions and achieve their personal goals.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
Empathetic and person-centred, with a passion for supporting people to live independently.
Experienced in working with individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities.
Confident in working independently in hospital settings and collaboratively with multi-agency teams.
Organised, flexible and proactive, with strong assessment and planning skills.
Able to travel across Kent and adapt to changing needs and priorities.
What You’ll Need
NVQ III or Diploma III in Health and Social Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards (or relevant experience).
Proven experience in a similar role.
A good understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding procedures.
Strong IT and communication skills.
A commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous professional development.
Competent in literacy and numeracy
Why Join Us?
At Kent County Council, we believe in investing in our people. You’ll benefit from:
A supportive team environment with regular supervision and training.
Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.
A role that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.
Ready to take the next step in your career?
Apply now and help shape a brighter, more independent future for the people of Kent.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements.
The ability to travel across a wide geographical area in a timely and flexible manner at various times of the day is essential.
Interviews will take place on the 12th and 14th August, at St Peter's House, Broadstairs. Please ensure that you are available on these dates.
About The Company
Work that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!
KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.
Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.

About the Role

As an Enablement Assessment Officer, you’ll work with adults who are currently in psychiatric hospitals and wards across Kent — including Littlebrook, Priority House, St Martins, Darent Valley and The QEQM. You’ll begin enablement support while individuals are still in hospital and continue that support into the community after discharge.
Your role will be to empower people with mental health diagnoses, learning disabilities, and neurodiversity to regain and develop independent living skills in order to avoid future hospital admissions and achieve their personal goals.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:
Empathetic and person-centred, with a passion for supporting people to live independently.
Experienced in working with individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities.
Confident in working independently in hospital settings and collaboratively with multi-agency teams.
Organised, flexible and proactive, with strong assessment and planning skills.
Able to travel across Kent and adapt to changing needs and priorities.

What You’ll Need

NVQ III or Diploma III in Health and Social Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards (or relevant experience).
Proven experience in a similar role.
A good understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding procedures.
Strong IT and communication skills.
A commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous professional development.
Competent in literacy and numeracy

Why Join Us?

At Kent County Council, we believe in investing in our people. You’ll benefit from:
A supportive team environment with regular supervision and training.
Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.
A role that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.
Ready to take the next step in your career?
Apply now and help shape a brighter, more independent future for the people of Kent.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements.
The ability to travel across a wide geographical area in a timely and flexible manner at various times of the day is essential.
Interviews will take place on the 12th and 14th August, at St Peter's House, Broadstairs. Please ensure that you are available on these dates.

Contact Details

For further information, please contact:
Holly Lewis: 03000 423 060
Holly.Lewis@kent.gov.uk
Iwona Karpierz: 03000 413 065
Iwona.Karpierz@kent.gov.uk

About the Company

Work that works for you and us - let's talk flexibility!
KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.
Please note - if you are interested, please apply soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.

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