Senior Social Care Assessor

at  Herefordshire Council

Job Title: Senior Social Care Assessor
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hereford – Various locations
Hours: 37 hours
Salary: HC07 (£31,067 – £35,235)
Closing date: 17th November 2024
Interview: 26th November 2024
The role
We are looking for a Senior Social Care Assessor to work within the County team in Herefordshire County Council. The County team work with adults with complex needs, this includes people living with Learning Difficulties/Disabilities, Mental Health, Forensic and/or complex health and social care needs.
The role is hybrid working at home and the office base which is Plough Lane, Hereford. The role demands that you drive and have your own vehicle as there is an expectation that you will travel across the County.
As a Senior Social Care Assessor you will work as part of a wider teams within the Directorate, partners, social care assessors and social workers with scope to practice with a diverse group of adults and informal carers; undertaking strengths based assessments, mental capacity assessments, care management, and reviews. You will be committed to continuing professional development and in return will be supported by training and professional development opportunities and reflective supervision.
About You

As a Senior Social Care Assessor you will have:

• An NVQ3 qualification or above in related field, or equivalent qualification/experience. GCSE or Equivalent in English and Maths.
• Experience and an understanding of Adult Social Care including the statutory duties and principles to support vulnerable Adults and Carers in meeting their eligible outcomes.
• An awareness and understanding of current legislation including Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Human Rights Act 1998, Equality Act 2010, Mental Health Act 1983/2007, Data Protection Act.
• Excellent IT skills.
• An ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with service users, their families, carers, advocates and stakeholders.
• Willingness to progress in your continuous professional development through independent learning, reflective practice and training opportunities.

To arrange an informal discussion about the role please contact:
CWRecruitment@herefordshire.gov.uk

We Offer

• A competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes:
• Starting Salary of £29,777
• Pension Scheme Enrolment in the Local Government (LGPS)
• Career progression: clear pathways to progress
• Annual Leave: 31 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum
• Flexible working: flexi-time and, in some instances, home working
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Pick your perks – our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts.

Why Choose Us?
You will probably have heard a lot about how beautiful it is in terms of countryside and open spaces (and it is!) but there is so much more going on here, including world-class cultural assets like the Mappa Mundi, vibrant theatres and a thriving food and drink sector.
One of Herefordshire’s biggest assets is the strong and diverse communities. Our Talk Community approach brings that together supporting people to help themselves, encouraging them to help their communities and identifying how communities can help individuals. Our ambitious transformation programme aims to further build on this to offer an all-age approach. We’re excited about the potential of what we can achieve for the benefit of all residents of Herefordshire, stronger together and building brighter futures.
To find out more about what it’s like to live, work and thrive at Herefordshire Council please visit our dedicated recruitment website: www.spiritofherefordshire.com.
Don’t meet all parts of the job description?
Herefordshire Council is committed to strengthening a diverse and inclusive work environment which reflects the communities of Herefordshire. If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity and want to make a difference, we encourage you to consider an application or to get in contact, you may be the perfect fit we’re seeking!
Reasonable Adjustments
Our recruitment process runs in partnership with Hoople Resourcing. If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team by email: enquiries@hoopleresourcing.co.uk.
Creating an inclusive workplace
Employee Network Groups play an important role in strengthening the voices of employees at Herefordshire Council. Embedded in the Council’s values is a commitment to listen to people’s views and needs.
Employee Network Groups are a collective of colleagues who often share identities, life experiences or cultures and who come together to initiate positive change in their work place. Our groups include: Black and Asian Staff Networking Group, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Climate and Nature Emergency, Diff-abilities and Armed Forces/ Veterans. For more information on our Employee Network Groups please click here.
How to apply
To apply for a position, please upload an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role. If you are successfully shortlisted, Hoople Resourcing will contact you via email to arrange your interview and/or assessment. They will confirm the date, time and location of your interview, so please keep an eye on your email inbox. Good luck, we’re looking forward to meeting you!
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