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Social Care Assessor

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Care Assessor to join an established Adult Social Care team at Liverpool City Council. This part-time role involves working with adults (18+) within the Fiveways Locality Team, based in Wavertree, L15. If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable adults and have experience in social care, we would love to hear from you.

  • Hours: Part-Time, 17.5 hours (Wednesday PM to Friday)
  • This role is paying at £19.40 LTD inclusive of holiday pay
  • Initial 3 month contract with the possibility of extension after that


Responsibilities

  • Conduct strength-based assessments with individuals to identify their needs.
  • Formulate tailored support plans, ensuring services are person-centered and promote independence.
  • Liaise with professionals from various sectors, ensuring a multi-agency approach to care.
  • Make referrals to appropriate services based on the individual's specific requirements.
  • Ensure all assessments and plans are documented accurately and completed within expected time-frames.


Requirements

  • Experience in social care, particularly in adult services, is essential.
  • Strong knowledge of strength-based assessments and person-centred support planning.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals, families, and professionals.
  • Ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and prioritise tasks.
  • A compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting vulnerable adults.

Apply Now

If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnie@servicecare.org.uk

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250.

The benefits of working with SCS:

  • A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.
  • Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work!
  • An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK
  • Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.
  • Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.
  • Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.
  • DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.