Best Interest Assessor(Social Worker)

Sanctuary Personnel; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare agency in the UK is seeking a skilled Best Interest Assessor for a locum opportunity with Telford & Wrekin Council. This is a full-time role, requiring involvement in client assessments and preparation of reports, with a flexible hybrid work structure. Successful candidates will be required to have a full driving licence and vehicle. This opportunity is set for a 4-week project starting in October 2025.

Qualifications

• Best Interest Assessor qualification is required.
• Must have a full driving licence and access to a car.
• Available for a 4-week project starting October 2025.

Responsibilities

• Meet clients in their locations to assess needs.
• Prepare new COP3 reports for each client.
• Guide clients and families through the assessment process.

Skills

Client assessment

Collaboration

Record keeping

Job description

Overview

Are you a skilled Best Interest Assessor ready to join a dynamic team? This is a locum opportunity with Telford & Wrekin Council for a 4-week project starting in October 2025. The role is full-time (37 hours per week), Monday to Friday, with a flexible hybrid structure (office, home, and client locations). Salary is £33.33 per hour. A driving licence and car are essential as meetings with clients will be held in Telford and nearby areas.

Responsibilities

• Meet clients in their respective locations to assess their current needs
• Prepare new COP3 reports associated with each client’s requirements
• Prioritise the transition of selected clients during the first two weeks
• Collaborate with other professionals to ensure accurate information is copied from previous mental capacity assessments
• Guide clients and their families through the process, ensuring a smooth transition
• Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date records of each case for audit and reporting purposes

Requirements/Qualifications

• Best Interest Assessor (required wording preserved from context)
• Full driving licence and access to a car
• Availability for a 4-week project starting October 2025
• Ability to work across office, home, and client locations (hybrid arrangement)

Notes

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