WE’RE LOOKING FOR AN ASSESSING OFFICER, INTERESTED?

Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Adult Social Care? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!

Gateshead Council’s ambitious Adult Social Care service are currently looking to recruit an Assessing Officer with relevant experience, to join our busy Single Point of Access team within the Front Door of Adult Social Care. As part of the team, you will be working with; a Team Manager, a Senior Practitioner, Social Workers, Assessing Officers and Social Work Auxiliaries.
The successful candidate should be qualified to GCSE Grade 9 – 5 or A - C in English and Maths or equivalent; have excellent communication skills; good IT skills and knowledge of relevant legislation and the ability to interpret this legislation and apply it to practice while adhering to the Local Authority’s statutory responsibilities.
You should have experience of the management and organisation of workload including the ability to appropriately prioritise tasks and manage competing demands, working with adults (and their carers) who have physical disabilities and/or mental health needs; the ability to work as a team member but also to use own initiative and have the ability to identify when support/advice/guidance is required.
It is also important that you have a commitment to equal opportunities, anti-oppressive practice, and inter-agency working. You should have a commitment to continuous professional development in addition to a willingness to undertake relevant training, as required by the Local Authority. You will also have a current driving licence and access to a car or mobility support.
People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative. Please click on the following link to see what life as an adult care social worker is like: www.gateshead.gov.uk/ASCsocialworkers
Please see the Job profile for further details on the role.