Social Care Assessor – Hospital Discharge Team

Connected Local Government; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in Greater London is seeking a Social Care Assessor for its Hospital Discharge Team. In this full-time role, you will help support vulnerable adults through assessments and Care and Support Plans, ensuring safe and timely discharges. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and some experience in social care. This position offers generous leave, flexible working options, and opportunities for career development, alongside a competitive salary within the range of £32,841 to £45,564.

Benefits

40 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Generous pension scheme

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and roles of Adult Social Care.
• Experience working with clients/service users.
• Strong verbal, written, and IT communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Care Act 2014 assessments for adults and carers.
• Identify opportunities for preventative services.
• Explain personal budgets and promote direct payments.

Skills

Knowledge of the Care Act 2014

Experience in social care setting

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage workload

Numeracy skills

Commitment to learning

Education

Social care qualification (e.g., NVQ II/III)

Job description

Social Care Assessor – Hospital Discharge Team

Salary: Scale 6 – SO2 (£32,841 – £45,564)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (36 hours per week)
Location: Richmond & Wandsworth Councils

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable adults and helping them achieve the outcomes that matter most in their lives? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Care Assessor to join our Hospital Discharge Team, working with out-of-borough hospitals to ensure safe and timely discharges.
You’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated team, collaborating with health professionals, families, and carers to assess needs and create person‑centred Care and Support Plans. This is your chance to make a real impact in your community while developing your skills in a supportive environment.

What You’ll Do

• Carry out Care Act 2014 assessments for adults and carers, ensuring eligibility and safeguarding needs are met.
• Identify opportunities for preventative services such as equipment, minor adaptations, care technology, or enablement.
• Explain personal budgets and promote direct payments, ensuring clarity on charging policies.
• Develop and review Care and Support Plans that promote independence and well‑being.
• Maintain accurate case records and share information appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, voluntary services, and private providers.
• Participate in supervision, training, and team meetings to continuously improve practice.

What We’re Looking For

• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014, safeguarding principles, and the roles of Adult Social Care.
• Experience working with clients / service users, ideally in a social care setting.
• Strong communication skills – verbal, written, and IT proficiency.
• Ability to manage your own workload effectively and work collaboratively with others.
• Numeracy skills to support understanding of personal budgets and best value.
• A social care qualification (e.g., NVQ II/III) or willingness to work towards one.
• Commitment to learning through practice, supervision, and training.

Why Join Us?

• 40 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Generous pension scheme
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development

Key Dates

Closing Date: Sunday 18th January 2025
Shortlisting: Week commencing 19 January 2025
Interviews: W/C 26th Jan or 2nd Feb

We may close this vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts may be exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to these posts will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.