Care Act Assessor - Band 4
Cannock Adult Social Care Community - Initial Response Team (IRT)
HOURS: 30 Hours per week.
Working Pattern: Monday – Thursday 8:30 – 5:00pm
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Cannock Adult Social Care Community Teams; we are recruiting a Care Act Assessor, Band 4. This is an ideal opportunity for someone considering a career in adult social care, who wants to experience a wide range of opportunities. You will be fully supported to develop your skills and experience in assessment and care management. The team the successful applicant will be joining is configured of social workers, social care assessors and care act assessors. We offer a blend of home and office-based working with an option of a 9-day working fortnight for fulltime workers.
The role involves working closely with service-users, carers, partner agencies and other professionals; the post holder will be required to complete annual reviews, assessment of need, signposting, care planning and providing information in line with The Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2005).
The role involves working closely with service-users, carers, partner agencies and other professionals; the post holder will be required to complete annual reviews, assessment of need, signposting, care planning and providing information in line with The Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2005).
An induction and full training will be provided to the successful candidate however a good knowledge of the services available to support and promote independence in the community would be a benefit.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and innovative individual who possesses excellent communication, time management and organisational skills. Proficient computer skills are also essential. The successful candidate will have a flexible approach and be a team player who is able to forge excellent working relationships with our partner agencies.
The successful applicant will need to travel across Staffordshire and when required out of county and will require a clean driving licence and a vehicle for business use.
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are ‘United in our Uniqueness’ and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
For full details, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Social Work Learning Academy (SWLA)
On appointment, you will be enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA ‘stage’ (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
