This field role sits in the North team of Essex Cares, known internally as ECL, where the post-holder acts as a Trusted Assessor. The work centres on carrying out initial assessments, outcome-focused support plans and customer reviews so that people in their own homes and community settings can maximise their independence. The post is distinct for its integrated working with health and social care colleagues, staggered shifts between early morning and evening, and reliance on a personal vehicle. Applicants who need visa sponsorship cannot apply directly.
What the job involves
- Carry out initial assessments with customers in a variety of settings
- Produce outcome-focused support plans that help customers reach individual goals
- Carry out subsequent customer reviews
- Build and maintain comprehensive knowledge of local community resources
- Work closely with integrated health and social care colleagues and external health professionals to maximise support for customers
Qualifications
- QCF Diploma or NVQ Level 2 in a relevant area, willing to work towards Level 3
Experience
- Experience of working in care
Skills & knowledge
- Exceptional communication skills
- Ability to build and develop strong relationships with stakeholders
- Solid IT skills
- Ability and confidence to work independently and manage own time
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check, which ECL can arrange
- Driving licence and use of a personal vehicle for work
- Right to work in the UK without direct visa sponsorship
Other
- Confidence travelling around the Essex area
- Proactive, adaptable and customer-focused approach
What’s offered
- 55p per mile tax-free for business travel
- Up to 32 days annual leave a year, including bank holidays
- Fully paid induction, training and access to paid-for qualifications
- Annual salary review and performance-related bonus
- Company pension with employer contributions of up to 6%
- Healthcare support scheme via Healthshield, paid for by ECL
- Uniform, PPE, parking permits and company smart phone provided
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Blue Light Card access
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
