Wellbeing Assessor

Stoke-on-Trent City Council; Hempstalls; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular supervision

Hybrid and flexible working

ASYE apprenticeship

Professional development

Job summary

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is recruiting a Well-being Assessor for the North Community Wellbeing Team within Adult Social Care and All Age Commissioning. You will manage a varied caseload under the Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005, working collaboratively with adults, carers and partner agencies to achieve meaningful outcomes.

The role offers regular supervision, strong learning opportunities, and progression through the ASYE apprenticeship, with hybrid and flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience with Care Act Assessments and care planning is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with adults, carers and partner agencies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Care Act Assessments, reviews and support planning.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.
• Produce high-quality reports and communicate clearly with colleagues and service users.

Job description

Directorate: Adult Social Care & All Age Commissioning

Section: Adult Social Care

Location: Stoke North Children's Centre

Grade: Level 7

Hours: 37 hours per week

This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.

About us:

We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

Further information on the Council and our directorates.

The Role:

A fantastic opportunityhas arisen for a well-being assessor to join the North Community Wellbeing Team within Stoke-on-Trent Adult Social Care and All Age Commissioning, recently rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

In this role, you will manage a varied caseload, working under key legislation such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other relevant legislation & guidance underpinning adult social care. Our core purpose when working with adults is: “Working with you to live a life that matters to you.” We take a relationship-based, strengths-focused approach, working collaboratively with adults, carers, and partner agencies to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting Care Act Assessments, reviews, and support planning
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records
• Producing high-quality reports and demonstrating strong communication skills

You'll get:

• Regular supervision and peer support
• A strong focus on learning and development
• Progression opportunities through the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) Social work apprenticeship
• A robust wellbeing offer, including hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• A supportive, well-established team with a diverse mix of skills and experience Strong community networks and a commitment to local engagement

You’ll be joining a passionate, community-based team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

For further enquiries, please contact Rachel Jones, Team Manager, at [e-mail] or call 01782 226285

What we offer:

• A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
• Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes

Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here.

Pre-Employment Checks:

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:

• Right to Work in the UK
• Proof of address
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health Clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)

The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies.

No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.

Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.