Assessment Officer

Gateshead Council; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Gateshead is seeking an Assessment Officer to implement Direct Payments and manage payroll processes. The successful candidate will ensure compliance in financial assessments and support council officers. The role offers a competitive salary of £32,061 to £34,434, hybrid working, and generous leave entitlements, including up to 32 days per year.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employer pension contribution

28-32 annual leave days

Flexi time scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts on gym memberships

Access to VIVUP benefits platform

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain Direct Payments.
• Assist with payroll and HR related matters.
• Oversee and audit ongoing payments.
• Audit Direct Payment accounts.
• Complete financial assessments for care contributions.
• Develop appropriate systems and procedures.
• Provide advice and support to council officers.

Job description

We're looking for an Assessment Officer. If you want a role where you are recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself, Gateshead Council is a great place to work.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain Direct Payments.
• Assist in the administering, control and processing of salaries, wages, pensions, contract production, recruitment, DBS checks and supervising the monthly Payroll cycle and HR related matters.
• Oversee, monitor and audit ongoing payments, ensuring timely set up and smooth operation through internal systems.
• Audit Direct Payment accounts during regular reviews to ensure compliance and appropriate use of funds.
• Complete financial assessments to determine contributions to the cost of care, and maximising benefits.
• Assist with the development of appropriate systems and procedures.
• Provide advice and support to other Council officers and service users.

Benefits

• Competitive salary £32,061 to £34,434 pa.
• Outstanding employer contribution to your pension.
• Annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year, rising to 32 days per year for full time employees. You may buy up to 10 additional holidays per year.
• Flexi time scheme up to 26 flexi days per year.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Robust workforce development offering.
• Health and wellbeing support and cycle to work scheme.
• Discounts on gym, leisure centre memberships and other leisure facilities.
• Access to the VIVUP benefits platform for online and high street shopping discounts.