# Care Act Assessor > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-act-assessor/632c5549-91e2-45f5-be4a-cdc2243dd44f - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-act-assessor/632c5549-91e2-45f5-be4a-cdc2243dd44f.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** St George's Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Assessor - **Grade:** Band 4 - **Salary:** £28,392 - £31,157 Per annum (pro-rata if part time) - **Contract type:** 9 months (Fixed Term) - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-10-27T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-14T12:58:32.862Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Staffordshire/Stafford/Midlands_Partnership_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Older_Persons_Physical_Disabilities/Older_Persons_Physical_Disabilities-v8325797 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8325797?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mpft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn Band 4 Care Act Assessor – 9-month contract for Stafford Adult Social care An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Care Act Assessor post on the Stafford Initial Response team – Full time We are looking to recruit a Care Act assessor to cover maternity leave and to work within the Adult Social care team in Stafford. The position is within the older persons with physical disability team which is a community-based team working with adults over 18 years of age with a range of physical and Mental health needs. As a Care Act Assessor on the Initial response team, you will complete holistic assessments and reviews for individuals within the Stafford area, using The Care Act 2014 to consider eligibility and wellbeing. You will identify any needs and gather information to ensure that needs are being met in the most appropriate way and that outcomes are being met, including considering appropriate services to meet the needs of individuals. You will be responsible for your own caseload; visits will be within people’s own homes as well as care settings such as residential, nursing, and extra care. ### Main duties of the job The post will involve travel and so a driving licence and access to a vehicle are crucial The post holder will be expected to access social care and health records to gather information, therefore it is important for the post holder to be able to use a computer and understand the importance of good recording. You will require effective communication and written skills and be willing to work as part of a team to promote best outcomes for individuals. You will be required to be self-motivated and organised to manage any competing demands and be provided with all relevant training and support in the role. Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust is dedicated to ongoing Social Care development, and you will have access to the Social Work learning academy in order to promote professional development. You will also receive the support of your team and your line manager who will provide regular supervision both on a formal and informal basis. ### Detailed job description and main 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. ### Applicant requirements This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. ## Person Specification ### 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 ### 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 ## Documents - [benefits booklet (pdf, 1.1mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2957) - [care act assessor - jd/ps (pdf, 840.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10647982) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.