Social Care Assessors
Adult Services


Address – Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre,31 – 33 Market Street, Altrincham.
WA14 1PE.
Working hours –
2 x 36.25 Hours – Full Time - £24,799-£26,317 Per Annum
Interview date – TBC

About Us
Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors are embarking on a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential. Our vision is working together to build the best future for all our communities and everyone in Trafford.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a social care assessor to join Trafford Council as part of the Trafford Local Care Organisation. We are looking to recruit a social care assessor to join our integrated community service within the South Neighbourhood Team based in Altrincham on a permanent contract.


About You
The successful candidate will require an understanding of the assessment and review process/function, incorporating knowledge of care & support planning and its purpose. Detailed understanding of the National eligibility criteria under the Care Act 2014 is essential and an awareness of how the domains are applied to determine eligibility for services.

You will need to have experience of working with adults in need of health and social care support. The team is looking to appoint an individual who is motivated to challenge current ways of working and is enthusiastic to engage in adopting strengths based assessments.

You must possess good communication skills and be able to work proactively with a range of adults applying a clear understanding of the legislative framework for Adult Social Care. In addition you will be required to provide an effective response to safeguarding enquiries in line with both the Care Act and local policy and procedures.

About the role
The team is looking to appoint an individual who is motivated to challenge current ways of working and is enthusiastic to engage in adopting strengths based assessments.

A significant part of your role will be to engage in outcomes focused and preventative conversations which build on the strengths of people and their local networks.

In addition you will be required to provide an effective response to safeguarding enquiries and support for people with impaired capacity to make decisions.

In return we offer flexible working arrangements, provide opportunities to develop skills through a structured development programme, and provide regular support through professional supervision.

For an informal chat, please contact Danielle Barlow/Sharron Bristow, Service Manager on 01619122793/2116

About the benefits

You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centred and values based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.

Trafford recognises the importance of staff wellbeing and offer a number of initiatives for staff including mindfulness, mental health first aiders, running & walking groups and health and wellbeing events.

Trafford the place - Trafford continues to be one of the best places to live, in the country. According to statistics, the borough scores highly in terms of recycling, education, employment and crime reduction, and has a reputation of being one of the safest places to live in Greater Manchester.

Trafford has some of the best schools in the country; it also has excellent transport links and is globally recognised for its, sport, culture and leisure interests.

Job Description/ Person Specification.pdf
Applicant Information.pdf


Location
Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre
Vacancy Description
 

Address – Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre,31 – 33 Market Street, Altrincham.
WA14 1PE.
Working hours –
2 x 36.25 Hours – Full Time - £24,799-£26,317 Per Annum
Interview date – TBC

About Us
Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors are embarking on a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential. Our vision is working together to build the best future for all our communities and everyone in Trafford.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a social care assessor to join Trafford Council as part of the Trafford Local Care Organisation. We are looking to recruit a social care assessor to join our integrated community service within the South Neighbourhood Team based in Altrincham on a permanent contract.


About You
The successful candidate will require an understanding of the assessment and review process/function, incorporating knowledge of care & support planning and its purpose. Detailed understanding of the National eligibility criteria under the Care Act 2014 is essential and an awareness of how the domains are applied to determine eligibility for services.

You will need to have experience of working with adults in need of health and social care support. The team is looking to appoint an individual who is motivated to challenge current ways of working and is enthusiastic to engage in adopting strengths based assessments.

You must possess good communication skills and be able to work proactively with a range of adults applying a clear understanding of the legislative framework for Adult Social Care. In addition you will be required to provide an effective response to safeguarding enquiries in line with both the Care Act and local policy and procedures.

About the role
The team is looking to appoint an individual who is motivated to challenge current ways of working and is enthusiastic to engage in adopting strengths based assessments.

A significant part of your role will be to engage in outcomes focused and preventative conversations which build on the strengths of people and their local networks.

In addition you will be required to provide an effective response to safeguarding enquiries and support for people with impaired capacity to make decisions.

In return we offer flexible working arrangements, provide opportunities to develop skills through a structured development programme, and provide regular support through professional supervision.

For an informal chat, please contact Danielle Barlow/Sharron Bristow, Service Manager on 01619122793/2116

About the benefits

You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centred and values based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.

Trafford recognises the importance of staff wellbeing and offer a number of initiatives for staff including mindfulness, mental health first aiders, running & walking groups and health and wellbeing events.

Trafford the place - Trafford continues to be one of the best places to live, in the country. According to statistics, the borough scores highly in terms of recycling, education, employment and crime reduction, and has a reputation of being one of the safest places to live in Greater Manchester.

Trafford has some of the best schools in the country; it also has excellent transport links and is globally recognised for its, sport, culture and leisure interests.

Job Description/ Person Specification.pdf
Applicant Information.pdf