R2R103694 - Adult Social Care Independence and Wellbeing Assessor - Permanent

South End City Council; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Southend-on-Sea is hiring an Independence and Wellbeing Assessor to support residents in leading independent lives. The role requires experience in adult social care, strong communication skills, and knowledge of equipment and adaptations. Responsibilities include managing a caseload, conducting assessments to remove environmental barriers, and providing recommendations for minor adaptations. The position offers a flexible working environment with training opportunities and is focused on enabling residents to live safely and independently.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in adult social care sector with disabilities is essential.
• Understanding of enablement and prevention principles.
• Familiarity with equipment provision and minor adaptations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to promote independence and safety.
• Manage a caseload of individuals with care needs.
• Recommend adaptations and non-fixed equipment.

Skills

Experience with disabilities in adult social care

Strong communication skills

Digital literacy

Negotiation skills

Job description

Your New Organisation

Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your new role

Southend City Council are looking to appoint an adult social care experienced Independence and Wellbeing Assessor. This is a non-qualified occupational therapy trusted assessor role, with an element of social work tasks.

The role will focus on early intervention, enablement, and prevention, supporting residents to live independently and safely within Southend on Sea and surrounding boroughs.

The focus of the role is on the use of equipment and adaptations to promote independence, safety and wellbeing for residents, reducing the need for hospital admissions and ongoing care.

You will manage a caseload of people with care and support needs, carrying out Care Act 2014 assessments, reviews and care plans. Acting as a Trusted Assessor you will conduct timely assessments to identify environmental barriers and risks in the home environment, recommending and facilitating minor adaptations and non-fixed equipment.

Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week.

What you'll need to succeed

To be shortlisted for the position, it is essential that you have previous experience and knowledge of working with people with disabilities within the adult social care sector and working experience of adaptations.

It is essential that you are a driver and have access to a car.

You must have a solid understanding of enablement and prevention principles, with the ability to assess functional needs and identify solutions that promote independence and safety.

Have knowledge of equipment provision, minor adaptations, and environmental risk assessment, alongside familiarity with relevant legislation, safeguarding, and social care processes.

Strong communication and negotiation skills are critical to engage residents, families, and partner agencies effectively, ensuring person-centred outcomes. Digital literacy and the ability to use assessment tools and case management systems will be important.

What you'll get in return

When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.

All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.

The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.