Holistic Assessor

Reed in Partnership; Street; Teletrabalho; GBP 27 000 - 35 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

25 days annual leave

Reed Pension Scheme

Professional & Personal Development

Benefit range on website

Resumo da oferta

Reed in Partnership is seeking a Holistic Assessor to perform remote assessments for participants referred by the DWP. Each assessment lasts about an hour, focusing on building rapport and gathering information to produce precise reports.

You will evaluate a wide range of conditions, identify barriers to work, and provide tailored recommendations, with signposting as needed and a pro-rata option for part-time hours.

Qualificações

• Essential criteria include a degree in a related health discipline and 1 year of experience assessing complex needs.
• Ability to travel and access to a vehicle is required (London exception noted).
• DBS check is required prior to appointment.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct remote, one-hour assessments for participants referred by the DWP.
• Write comprehensive, accurate reports that meet DWP requirements.
• Identify barriers to employment and provide informed recommendations.
• Signpost to suitable adjustments and services as appropriate.
• Perform initial checks and fact-finding with employees and managers.

Conhecimentos

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to travel

DBS check

Reading between the lines

Formação académica

Degree in health discipline (psychology/OT/physio)

Minimum 2 A-Levels or Level 3 Diploma

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Reed in Partnership has been delivering public services since 1998. We are a British, family-owned company, whose mission has always been to positively transform people and their communities. This is reflected in our services, which we deliver to help people from all backgrounds and circumstances to change their lives for the better.Pay Range£27,000 - £34,500Job DescriptionDo you have experience in relevant equivalent role- assessing complex individual needs?Then consider the role of Holistic Assessor at Reed in Partnership!We are on a mission to be the partner of choice for developing people and their communities. Reed in Partnership is a public service provider specialising in skills training for the long-term unemployed, increasing employment opportunities by working with employers and providing youth servicesInternal applications for this role close on 04/11/2026What is the role about?Undertaking remote assessments referred from DWP. Each assessment will take place in an hour slot and will be the only contact the assessor has with the participant so ability to build rapid trust and rapport is key.Assessing the complex individual needs in relation to wide range of conditions, from musculoskeletal to neurodivergence necessitating a flexible and adaptive approach.Identifying barriers keeping them from a workplace and knowledgeably but sensitively recommend solutions ensuring that the participant feels fully involved and consulted in the process.Remaining mindful that the participant may have been subjected to discrimination and stigmatisation and be reluctant to fully disclose certain information and ability to “read between the lines” and interpret needs accordingly.Writing a detailed and highly accurate report in line with the DWP requirements ensuring minimal “rejected” reports. This will include tying with suppliers, obtaining quotations and sourcing the most commercially viable options.Dealing with sensitive issues, participants who may have experienced stigmatisation and discrimination, compassionately, and sign posting accordingly.Just some of your day-to-day responsibilities will includeInitial checks and fact-finding about the client’s difficulties at work, from both the employee and their line manager/employer.Checks and fact-finding about the client’s specific role and working environment.Review of any existing adjustments already in place.Prepare a comprehensive written report of the findings and specific recommendations on suitable adjustments.What’s in it for you?A generous base salary (pro-rata for part time), and great flexibility with your working schedule, we offer training, development and progression opportunities. You will have access to the range of Reed in Partnership benefits, which include:25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time) plus statutory bank holidaysReed Pension SchemeAward Winning Management & Leadership trainingProfessional & Personal Development FundsBi-annual pay reviewsPlus much more that can be found on our websiteWith the chance to dramatically make a difference to the local community, this role offers immense job satisfaction.At Reed in Partnership, we live and breathe our values in every decision and action taken, resulting in a collaborative and enjoyable culture within our offices. Our company values – we are fair open and honest; we take ownership, and we work together.Where possible we consider applications from candidates that require part-time hours, please discuss with your Talent Partner if this is something you require.To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone withEssential Attainments & Criteria:Minimum 1 years’ experience in relevant equivalent role- assessing complex individual needsEducated to degree level in related Health discipline, (psychology, OT, physio)Ability travel with access to their own vehicle (potentially not applicable for London)Willing to undergo enhanced DBS checkA minimum of 2 A-Levels or an equivalent Level 3 Diploma.GCSE English Language at a minimum of a Grade B (or equivalent Level 2 qualification). OR achievement of a Level 2 in Literacy Assessment at interview stage OR International Equivalents.Desirable Attainment & Criteria:IT literate (experience of PRAP desirable)Strong interpersonal and communication skillsExperience of assessing a full complement of complex needs and using insight to read between the lines or interpret the participants needsWe aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.