Carer Link Worker
The closing date is 01 January 2026
Job summary
You will be responsible for assisting with the delivery of patient centred care under the supervision of a social worker, providing practical support to service users in performing day to day activities, guidance and education, and in assisting in their management and care based upon individual needs under the guidance of a senior member of the Team.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to work collaboratively with key partner organisations, service users, carers, clinicians and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary team in delivering services; providing a 7-day a week, 24-hours a day service for 365 days a year, working shifts where appropriate and operationally required.
In delivering your duties you are expected to display behaviours that are aligned with the Trust values and as required in accordance with the NHS Constitution at all times.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
- Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
- Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
- If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
- We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
- Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
- Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
- £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
- Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
- Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
- Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Details
Date posted
19 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
364-A-9647
Job locations
Western House,
Chapel Hill
Stansted Mountfitchet
CM24 8AQ
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Western House,
Chapel Hill
Stansted Mountfitchet
CM24 8AQ
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