Social Care Assessor

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Care Assessor to:

• Undertake holistic person centred assessments, support planning and reviews of people with a range of health conditions and their carers, working within a multi-disciplinary framework.
• Undertake the legal and statutory duties of the post as required by the Care Act.
• Provide a person-centred service which focuses on asset based interventions to enable people to optimise and maximise their abilities, by using strengths based approach.
• Assess for minor pieces of equipment and adaptations which will support the person to remain independent.
• Support people to maintain their independence within their homes by utilising support in the local community and the persons personal networks
• To support and work collaboratively with health colleagues to ensure people receive the required health and social care support within the community, are discharged from hospital within agreed timeframes with appropriate support mechanisms in place, prevent hospital admission and pro-actively work with the principles of admission avoidance.

And much more.

Skills

• Proven Social Care Assessor experience in a social care or related setting
• Strong mentoring skills with the ability to guide and support team members effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams confidently.
• In-depth understanding of social care legislation, safeguarding procedures, and best practices.
• Ability to assess complex situations critically and develop practical, person-centered solutions.
• Organized with strong record-keeping skills to ensure accurate documentation of all assessments and interventions.

Pay: £20.27 per hour

Benefits:

• Work from home

Experience:

• Social Care Assessor: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person