Are you passionate about supporting adults to live independent, fulfilling lives? Do you have strong assessment and interpersonal skills If so, we would love to hear from you.
Devon County Council is seeking a dedicated and skilled Social Care Assessor to join our Adults Social Care Team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with individuals ensuring they receive person-centred support that promotes wellbeing, choice, and independence.
As a Social Care Assessor, you will:
Carry out strengths-based, person centred assessments of care and support needs.
Develop and review support plans in line with the Care Act 2014. Support individuals to access services, community resources, and specialist support.
Work collaboratively with families, carers, health professionals, and partner organisations.
Promote safeguarding and support positive outcomes for vulnerable adults.
Maintain accurate records and contribute to service development.
We are looking for someone who has:
Experience of working within health, social care, community, or support services
Knowledge of the needs and experiences of People with disabilities.
Excellent assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
An understanding of person-centred approaches, safeguarding, and relevant social care legislation.
The ability to work independently across the county of Devon while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team.
What we can offer you
- We are committed to your continuous professional development, doing all we can to help you to get the most from your career. You will receive excellent support and supervision, with regular opportunities to discuss and reflect on your practice, both with your line manager and peers.
- 26 days annual leave per year (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays effective from 1 April 2024.
- Flexible working opportunities are available, these include part-time hours, flexitime, compressed working hours and homeworking (this is subject to the needs of the role – please discuss at further at interview)
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme- more information can be found on the
- Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme - available 24/7 to support you with personal and work life.
- Discounts from local and high street retailers through the Devon Discounts scheme.
- As a place to live and work, Devon is hard to beat with top-performing schools, universities, vibrant cities, pretty villages and some of the most scenic coast and countryside in the UK. Living and working in Devon as a Social Care Assessor has never been more attractive.
- Please note: At this time, we are unable to consider overseas applications.
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