HEALTH AND WELLBEING ASSESSOR (GRADE 8)

Location: Croydon
Division: Adult Care Services
Team: Adult Social Care – LIFE Service
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (36 hours/week)
Salary: Grade 8 – £37,443 to £39,264
Application Deadline: 24th August 2025
Interview Period: September 2025
Are you ready to take on a rewarding challenge? We’re seeking a skilled and committed Health and Wellbeing Assessor to join our LIFE (Living Independently For Everyone) service. This role plays a vital part in supporting individuals to regain independence and live confidently at home.
As a trusted assessor, you’ll work alongside Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Intermediate Care Nurses. You’ll carry out delegated tasks and assessments, and at this level, you’ll also be responsible for supervising Grade 6 staff.

You’ll work autonomously across a range of settings, including hospitals, community locations, and people’s homes delivering person-centred support that empowers individuals to reach their full potential.

• Strong leadership commitment to Adult Social Care
• Low vacancy rates and minimal reliance on agency staff
• Supportive team culture with experienced managers and practitioners
• Access to a dedicated Principal Social Worker
• Upgraded digital systems to streamline your work
• Flexible working arrangements and excellent transport links

We welcome applicants who:

• Are passionate about enabling independence and wellbeing
• Demonstrate professionalism, creativity, and a solution-focused mindset
• Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Are confident supervising others and supporting team development

Croydon Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults and children. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and communities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements.
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to a Enhanced DBS check

Please refer the Job description for details