Remote Benefits Advisor for Carers (PIP/DLA)

Outcomes First Group; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking an Assistant Benefits Advisor to deliver one-on-one advice sessions on various benefits. Responsibilities include supporting claim checks, providing information resources, and participating in training workshops. This role offers a starting salary of £24,000 per annum, with the opportunity to increase to £27,000 after one year. It supports remote work with occasional travel required, making it ideal for someone passionate about improving lives in the community.

Qualifications

• Understanding the challenges facing parents and carers of children with SEND.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience using MS Office including SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Support the Benefits Advisor with information, advice, and guidance.
• Provide 1-to-1 advice sessions on benefits.
• Deliver information resources on financial support sources.

Skills

Understanding challenges facing parents and carers

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Creative and strategic thinking

Good writing and editing skills

Experience with MS Office

Education

Good all-round education including GCSEs or NVQ Level 2

Job description

A community support organization is seeking an Assistant Benefits Advisor to deliver one-on-one advice sessions on various benefits. Responsibilities include supporting claim checks, providing information resources, and participating in training workshops. This role offers a starting salary of £24,000 per annum, with the opportunity to increase to £27,000 after one year. It supports remote work with occasional travel required, making it ideal for someone passionate about improving lives in the community.