Social Care Assessor: Create Person-Centered Care Plans

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK seeks a Social Care Assessor to enhance the independence and safety of adults and older people with care needs. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing tailored care packages, and collaborating with agencies. Candidates must possess a professional social care qualification and excellent communication skills. A full UK driving license is required. This permanent position offers a salary ranging from £35,291 to £38,127 per annum, inclusive of Distant Island Allowance, with a closing date of 15 December 2025.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of community care legislation.
• Understanding of community care policy and developments.
• Ability to work towards registration requirements of the SSSC.

Responsibilities

• Maximize independence and safety of adults and older people with care needs.
• Undertake assessments of need and reviews of care arrangements.
• Assess and support service users to develop care packages.

Skills

Excellent verbal and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with agencies

Education

Professional social care or health qualification (HNC/SVQ Level 3)

Job description

A local authority in the UK seeks a Social Care Assessor to enhance the independence and safety of adults and older people with care needs. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing tailored care packages, and collaborating with agencies. Candidates must possess a professional social care qualification and excellent communication skills. A full UK driving license is required. This permanent position offers a salary ranging from £35,291 to £38,127 per annum, inclusive of Distant Island Allowance, with a closing date of 15 December 2025.