Best Interests Assessor: Flexible, Rights-Focused Impact

Proud to Care Devon; Topsham; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist training

Flexible working arrangements

26 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Devon County Council’s DoLS Service is seeking qualified professionals for Best Interests Assessor roles. You will perform DoLS assessments, safeguard rights, and support individuals through the Court of Protection processes.

The positions require a strong grasp of the Mental Capacity Act, practical DoLS experience, and the ability to produce robust, legally sound assessments. Flexible working arrangements and specialist training are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS in practice.
• Ability to produce high-quality, legally robust assessments.
• Analytical skills to evaluate complex information and make sound judgments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assessments to determine deprivation of liberty is necessary, proportionate and lawful.
• Champion individuals’ rights, ensuring support and representation.
• Enable people to challenge their care arrangements in the Court of Protection.

Skills

Mental Capacity Act

DoLS

Assessment writing

Analytical thinking

Job description

Devon County Council’s DoLS Service is seeking qualified professionals for Best Interests Assessor roles. You will perform DoLS assessments, safeguard rights, and support individuals through the Court of Protection processes.

The positions require a strong grasp of the Mental Capacity Act, practical DoLS experience, and the ability to produce robust, legally sound assessments. Flexible working arrangements and specialist training are offered.