Job summary Care Act Assessor Band 4 - Post Cannock Adult Social Care Community Team 1 HOURS: 37.5 Hours per week. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Cannock Adult Social Care Community Teams, we are recruiting a Care Act Assessor Band 4. This is an ideal opportunity for someone considering a career in adult social care, who wants to experience a wide range of opportunities. You will be fully supported to develop your skills and experience in assessment and care management. The team the successful applicant will be joining is configured of social workers, social care assessors and care act assessors. We offer a blend of home and office based working with an option of a 9-day working fortnight for fulltime workers. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and innovative individual who possesses excellent communication, time management and organisational skills. Proficient computer skills are essential. The successful candidate will have a flexible approach and be team players who are able to forge excellent working relationships with our partner agencies. The successful applicant will need to travel across Staffordshire and when required out of county and will require a clean driving licence and a vehicle for business use. Main duties of the job The role involves working closely with service-users, carers, partner agencies and other professionals; the post holder will primarily complete annual reviews but will also be required to complete assessment of need, signposting, care planning and providing information in line with The Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2005). An induction and full training will be provided to the successful candidate however a good knowledge of the services available to support and promote independence in the community would be a benefit. About us By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by Supporting your career development and progression. Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity, adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional annual leave. Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resource. If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients. Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum (pro-rata if part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 301-BK-25-7126373 Job locations Cannock District Council 28 Beecroft Road Cannock WS11 1BG Job description Job responsibilities For full details, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. Social Work Learning Academy (SWLA) On appointment, you will be enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development. Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Job description Job responsibilities For full details, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. Social Work Learning Academy (SWLA) On appointment, you will be enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA stage (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development. Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (Regulated Qualifications Framework) or equivalent, plus additional knowledge and experience of care practices and procedures to diploma level. A clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Good keyboard / IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email and PowerPoint An ongoing commitment to personal and professional development Desirable Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (Regulated Qualifications Framework) or equivalent Experience Essential The ability to demonstrate a commitment to working in partnership with adults, carers, professionals and voluntary agencies, to provide a comprehensive service which meets the needs of the adults in line with current legislation and directorate, local authority & Trust policies Experience of working in a team, incorporating good interpersonal relationships and the ability to actively contribute to the implementation, development and review of an individual's needs Experience of working within the specialist area Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (Regulated Qualifications Framework) or equivalent, plus additional knowledge and experience of care practices and procedures to diploma level. A clear understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Good keyboard / IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, email and PowerPoint An ongoing commitment to personal and professional development Desirable Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (Regulated Qualifications Framework) or equivalent Experience Essential The ability to demonstrate a commitment to working in partnership with adults, carers, professionals and voluntary agencies, to provide a comprehensive service which meets the needs of the adults in line with current legislation and directorate, local authority & Trust policies Experience of working in a team, incorporating good interpersonal relationships and the ability to actively contribute to the implementation, development and review of an individual's needs Experience of working within the specialist area Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Cannock District Council 28 Beecroft Road Cannock WS11 1BG Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)