Job summary
- Main area
- Social Work - Older Persons Physical Disabilities
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- 6 months (Fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 301-BK-24-6428323
- Employer
- Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Cannock Chase District Council Offices
- Town
- Cannock
- Salary
- £25,147 - £27,596 Per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 24/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
*INTERNAL MPFT APPLICANTS ONLY* Care Act Assessor
Band 4
Job overview
Temporary Full-time Band 4 Care Act Assessor
Cannock ASC Community Team 1 (to cover maternity leave)
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week - 6 month secondment
We offer a blend of home and office based working with an option of a 9-day working fortnight. Part time hours also considered.
We are welcoming expressions of interest for a temporary full–time Care Act Assessor post Band 4, to cover maternity leave; the post holder will base with Cannock ASC Community Team 1. 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.
Main duties of the job
The role involves working closely with service-users, carers, partner agencies and other professionals; the post holder will primarily complete the annual reviews but will also be required to complete assessment of need, signposting, care planning and providing information in line with The Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2005).
A good knowledge of the services available to support and promote independence in the community is a benefit but not essential as an induction and full training will be provided.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and innovative individual who possesses excellent communication, time management and organisational skills. Proficient computer skills are 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. You will require a clean driving licence and a vehicle for business use.
Working for our organisation
By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;
- Supporting your career development and progression
- Excellent NHS Pension scheme
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Options for flexible working
- Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
- If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
- Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
- Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates
And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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.
For further information of this role please see attached the job description and person specification.
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
- Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (Regulated Qualifications Framework) or equivalent, plus additional knowledge and experience of care practices and procedures to diploma level.
- A clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
- Good keyboard / IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email and PowerPoint
- An ongoing commitment to personal and professional development
Desirable criteria
- Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (Regulated Qualifications Framework) or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- The ability to demonstrate a commitment to working in partnership with adults, carers, professionals and voluntary agencies, to provide a comprehensive service which meets the needs of the adults in line with current legislation and directorate, local authority & Trust policies
- Experience of working in a team, incorporating good interpersonal relationships and the ability to actively contribute to the implementation, development and review of an individual’s needs
- Experience of working within the specialist area
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sue Smart
- Job title
- Operational Service Delivery Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01785 301222
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