Carers Assessment Workers (Pilot project)
1 post at 28 hours, 1 post at 18 hours
Fixed term until August 2027 with a potential extension due to funding.
Friday, October 23, 2026
About the Role
The Support for Carers team is launching an exciting new Carers Assessment Pilot in partnership with Leicestershire County Council.
We are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to join our team as Carers Assessment Workers. The role will focus on supporting unpaid carers and undertaking statutory carers assessments in line with the Care Act 2014.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new service designed to improve outcomes for carers across Leicestershire, ensuring they receive the support, information and recognition they need in their caring role.
You will join a welcoming, supportive and hardworking team and will be expected to demonstrate excellent organisational, communication and IT skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake carer's assessments in accordance with the Care Act 2014.
- Engage with unpaid carers by telephone, online and face-to-face where appropriate.
- Explore the impact of caring on a person's wellbeing, health, employment, relationships and daily life.
- Identify carers' strengths, outcomes and support needs.
- Develop support plans and recommendations following assessments.
- Maintain accurate and timely case records using electronic recording systems.
- Manage a caseload of carers and ensure assessments are completed within agreed timescales.
- Provide information, advice and guidance on services, benefits, community support and carers' rights.
- Work closely with Adult Social Care, health professionals and community organisations to achieve positive outcomes for carers.
- Participate in regular supervision, training and professional development.
- Contribute to monitoring and reporting requirements associated with the pilot project.
- Promote the work of Support for Carers Leicestershire and raise awareness of carers' issues.
About You
What We Offer
- The opportunity to be part of an innovative new pilot project.
- Comprehensive induction and training.
- Regular supervision and support.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- The chance to make a real difference to the lives of unpaid carers across Leicestershire.
Outline of Terms of Service
Accountability
The post holder will be accountable to the Carers Service Manager.
Duration
This post is funded until 31.08.2027 on a fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to future funding. Every effort will be made to secure ongoing funding.
Working Hours
1 post of 28 hours per week and 1 post of 18 hours per week. Working hours will be agreed with the successful candidates; however, flexibility is required to meet the needs of the service. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Overtime is not paid; however, time off in lieu (TOIL) may be taken where additional hours have been agreed and worked.
Salary and Benefits
Salary is payable on the 20th of each calendar month.
Annual pay awards are subject to approval by the Trustee Board.
Expenses
Reasonable travel and other authorised expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with VASL's Expenses Policy. Travel between home and the designated work base is not reimbursed.
VASL is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of caring.
Appointment
Any appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Having a criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent appointment. Applicants wishing to discuss any matters relating to criminal records before applying are welcome to contact VASL in confidence - hr@vasl.org.uk
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