Job Vacancy - Independent Professional Advocate

Age Connects Cardiff and the Vale is looking to recruit an Independent Professional Advocate to provide specialised advocacy support to older people either on discharge from hospital, in a care home or in community settings across Cardiff & the Vale of Glamorgan.

Independent Professional Advocate – 21 hours *  £12,393 (funded until end of June 2022)

The role will assist older people who are referred to the service to exercise their rights, voice and control so an understanding of the Social Services and Wellbeing Act, including part 10, Code of Practice, is required.

Working with other professionals, organising your own workload and excellent communication skills are essential along with the ability to keep accurate computer records.

* This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Check

Job role allows for a flexible working pattern and will incorporate some home working.

To access further information and an application pack visit our website at www.ageconnectscardiff.org.uk For an informal discussion regarding the post please contact Liz Davies on 07817 830733 or Gemma Strevens on 07983 705568

Application Closing date: 11am Tuesday 28th September 2021

Interview dates: 6th & 7th October June 2021                                                           

Age Connects Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community