Carer Advisor

Voluntary Action Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Sheffield is looking for a Carer Advisor to deliver high-quality advice and support to carers. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, managing caseloads, and collaborating with other organizations to create tailored support plans. Candidates should have strong communication skills, knowledge of carers' needs, and a good educational background. This role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension contribution

Westfield Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working with carers or personal experience of caring.
• Ability to handle multiple issues simultaneously.
• Knowledge of voluntary and statutory services.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments and tailored support for carers.
• Manage a complex caseload of carers and their needs.
• Collaborate with external organizations for additional support.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Adaptability

Understanding of carers' needs

Problem-solving

Education

Good educational background

Clean driving license

Basic computer literacy

Job description

The primary purpose of this role is to provide high-quality advice, information, and support to carers, both over the phone and in person. This includes conducting detailed assessments of carers, including statutory Carers Assessments (both over the phone and in person), managing a caseload, developing tailored support plans, and applying a solid understanding of relevant legislation to ensure carers receive the assistance they need.

Values

• Caring
• Teamwork
• Resourceful
• Respect

Key responsibilities

Information, advice & assessments

• Work as part of a team of Carer Advisors, delivering effective information, advice, and
• conducting Carers Assessments.
• Provide accurate, up-to-date, evidence-based information and support using appropriate
• communication channels, such as telephone, written communication, and face‑to‑face
• interactions.
• Apply a personalised approach to Carers Assessments, working collaboratively with carers
• to explore and implement tailored solutions.
• Following a Carers Assessment, co‑produce an individualised support plan with agreed
• outcomes that meet identified needs, including a funded carer support package, and submit it for approval by the carers panel.
• Manage a caseload of carers, navigating a range of complex caring situations while
• adhering to agreed protocols, UK legislation, and current policies and procedures.
• Assist carers in accessing additional support through applications to external trusts and
• funding streams.
• Continuously maintain and develop knowledge of relevant services to effectively refer or
• signpost carers and staff to other appropriate resources.
• Collaborate with external organisations as needed to create innovative and flexible
• packages of both short‑term and long‑term support.

General

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records for carers in accordance with Carers Centre standards, using the case management system.
• Adhere to Carers Centre policies, protocols, and procedures, including those related to GDPR, Health and Safety, confidentiality, record keeping, and safeguarding.
• Participate in relevant training and supervision.
• Work flexibly to support carers and the needs of the service. The post holder is required to
• contribute to a rota and cover for absent colleagues as necessary.
• Undertake, by agreement, any other duties that are reasonable and appropriate to the business of Sheffield Carers Centre.

Quality

• To ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements both internally and externally
• To work closely as part of a team, providing flexible support and cover to maintain high quality services.
• To ensure a quality service is provided by monitoring standards and reviewing the service

Personal Training and Development

• To keep an up-to-date knowledge base through attendance at study days and courses as determined in discussion with the line manager
• To establish and maintain effective communication links to other agencies
• To participate in regular supervisions and performance reviews

Promoting Crossroads Care

• To represent and positively promote Crossroads Care organisation locally as required.

Other Tasks

• To follow Crossroads Care Code of Conduct.
• To work within the philosophy and policies of the organisation.
• To work within Health and Safety regulations.
• To ensure that equality and diversity principals are applied at all times.
• To ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post holder’s grade as requested by the line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Education, Training

Source of evidence

A good educational background Ö App Form

Good presentation and communication skills (written and oral) Ö App Form + Interview

Computer literate (training will be given on the in house computer package) Ö App Form + Interview

Clean driving licence and use of a car Ö App Form + interview

Experience and Skills

A good understanding of the needs of carers – either through experience of working with carers (paid or unpaid) or personal experience. Ö Interview

Ability to develop relationships and access support and information for carers. Ö App Form + Interview

A good organiser - managing time effectively and prioritising issues Ö Interview

Ability to handle a variety of issues simultaneously Ö Interview

Ability to work on own initiative Ö Interview

Ability to develop relationships and access support and information for carers. Ö Interview

Ability to work as part of a team Ö Interview

Experience of providing personalised information and support, using different methods and settings. Ö Interview

Knowledge of voluntary and statutory bodies Ö App Form + Interview

Knowledge of carers and disability issues Ö App Form + Interview

Able to demonstrate sensitivity, diplomacy and a caring attitude to the service user group Ö
App Form + Interview

Experience of managing a complex and demanding caseload and working to deadlines and targets.
Ö
App Form + Interview

Willingness to work flexible hours Ö Interview

Self motivation and self-confidence Ö Interview

Adaptability Ö Interview

Patience and tact Ö Interview

Sense of humour Ö Interview

Commitment to Equal Opportunities Ö Interview

A recognition of the importance of respect and the confidentiality of carers and staff Ö
App Form + Interview

Values

Demonstrates a deep understanding of carers' needs and challenges, either through personal or professional experience
√
Interview

Dedicated to promoting equality and best practices in diversity, ensuring support is accessible to all.
√
Interview

Ability to work effectively within a team and build positive relationships with carers and other staff.
√
Interview

Shows responsibility in handling casework, making decisions, and maintaining accurate records.
√
Interview

Ability to find innovative solutions when providing advice or developing support plans.
√
Interview

Awareness and sensitivity to cultural diversity, possibly enhanced by knowledge of community languages.
√
Interview

Open to continuous learning and applying new skills in line with evolving carer support needs.
√
Interview

Disclosure & Barring Service check Ö DBS Check

Location

Sheffield

25935.52

Type of Contract

Contract

Hours

37

Westfield Health BenefitsGenerous annual leavePension contributionCompetitive salary

Closing Date

23-01-2026

How to Apply

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