*INTERNAL MPFT APPLICANTS ONLY* Care Act Assessor

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).

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., 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.

We offer a blend of home and office based working with an option of a 9-day working fortnight. Part time hours also considered., By joining Team MPFT, you will be helpingyour 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


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