Care Assessor

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development

Supportive working environment

Meaningful homecare work

Job summary

Stivic Care Services LTD in domiciliary care is seeking a dedicated Care Assessor to join our care team. You will assess the needs of service users, develop person-centred care plans, and ensure care delivery meets individual needs and regulatory standards.

You will work in service users' homes, collaborate with families and healthcare professionals, maintain accurate records, and participate in audits and rotating on-call duties to safeguard quality and dignity.

Qualifications

• Experience in care assessment or senior care within domiciliary services.
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or working towards it.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and Care Act principles.
• Full UK driving licence (essential); access to a vehicle (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing care assessments in clients' homes.
• Develop and review person-centred care plans.
• Carry out regular reviews to monitor care arrangements.
• Escalate safeguarding concerns and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records on the care management system.
• Participate in rotated out-of-hours on-call duties.

Skills

Person-centred assessment

Communication skills

Caseload management

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Care management system

Job description

Company Overview:

Stivic Care Services LTD is a trusted provider of home care services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients. Our team of skilled and compassionate caregivers is committed to delivering personalized care that promotes independence and well-being. We offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients, including personal care, medical support, companionship, and household assistance.

Our mission is to deliver the highest quality of personalized care and support to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. Our vision is to be the leading provider of home care services, known for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. We aspire to set the standard for home care by continuously improving our services, embracing new technologies, and ensuring that every client feels valued, respected, and cared for.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care Assessor to join our domiciliary care team. The role is focused on assessing the needs of service users, developing person-centred care plans, and ensuring care delivery meets individual needs and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in safeguarding quality, dignity, and compliance across our care services.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing care assessments for new and existing service users in their homes.
• Develop, review, and update person-centred care plans that reflect individual needs, preferences, and risk assessments.
• Carry out regular review visits to monitor the effectiveness and suitability of care arrangements.
• Identify changes in service users’ needs and ensure care plans are amended accordingly.
• Work collaboratively with care staff, families, and relevant healthcare professionals to support holistic care delivery.
• Ensure all assessments and care plans are completed in line with CQC regulations, company policies, and best practice.
• Accurately maintain assessment records, care plans, and reviews on the company’s care management system.
• Support safeguarding by identifying risks and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Provide clear guidance to care staff regarding care plans and expected standards of care.
• Participate in audits and quality assurance activities related to care planning and service delivery.
• Participate in rotated out-of-hours on-call duties.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong assessment and observation skills with a person-centred approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively.
• Good understanding of safeguarding principles and risk management.
• Confident using care management systems and digital record-keeping tools.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and quality standards within domiciliary care.

Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience in a care assessment or senior care role within domiciliary care (essential).
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards it.
• Sound knowledge of CQC standards and Care Act principles.Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Access to a vehicle (desirable but not essential).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people receiving care at home.