Assistive Technology Officer NCCHS
Summary
Provides 24/7 assistive technology support to vulnerable residents, installing/maintaining equipment and responding to emergencies in Nottinghamshire.
Role: Assistive Technology Officer
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: We have two roles available:
Post 1: 37 hours per week, 10am – 9pm, working four days on and four days off on a rota basis, including weekends and bank holidays
Post 2: 18.5 hours per week, 7pm – 12:30am, working four days on and four days off on a rota basis, including weekends and bank holidays
Worker Type: On site worker
Salary: Salary Grade E - £28,598 (Level one) rising to £31,022 (Level four), per annum, pro rata for part time
Location: Harvey Road, NG8 3BB
We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more…
Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.
In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you.
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About the Role
As an Assistive Technology Officer within Nottingham City Council’s Housing Services, you’ll play a vital role in helping people live safely and independently. You’ll be part of our dedicated Assistive Technology Team, delivering a 24/7 service to private customers and through corporate contracts.
This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll respond to alarm activations and emergency calls, carry out home visits, and install and maintain assistive technology equipment. You’ll also provide clear guidance to customers, liaise with families and professionals, and ensure accurate record-keeping to support high-quality service delivery.
Your work will make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable residents, including those with complex needs. You’ll help ensure that the right support is in place, whether through telecare, telehealth, or emergency response, and contribute to promoting independence and wellbeing across our communities.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience of delivering service to vulnerable groups within the community and an understanding of services available
- Self-Motivation and able to work with minimum supervision
- Empathy and Sensitivity towards meeting the needs and aspirations of customers
- Ability to make accurate and timely decisions, often in pressurised situations and to act tactfully and with sensitivity and curtesy at all times.
- Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
- Proven ability to work to a high level of accuracy
Full duties of the job description can be found here.
Please ensure you demonstrate clearly how you meet the 6 requirements in your CV & supporting document.
PLEASE NOTE: This role requires an Enhanced DBS check and a current, full, UK driving licence
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Closing Date: 4th August 2026 (11:59pm) - Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Interview date: 21st August 2026 – Please note, this is subject to change.
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