# 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/dd50ae13-5c36-4fbe-b002-30d1c4e3e585 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/care-act-assessor/dd50ae13-5c36-4fbe-b002-30d1c4e3e585.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Home First - South Staffordshire - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Assessor - **Grade:** Band 4 - **Salary:** £28,392 - £31,157 Per annum (pro-rata if part time) - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part time - 30 hours per week (Monday- Friday) - **Closing date:** 2026-09-11T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-08-28T09:21:12.037Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Staffordshire/Codsall/Midlands_Partnership_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Social_Work_Older_Persons_Physical_Disabilities/Social_Work_Older_Persons_Physical_Disabilities-v8247140 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8247140?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 If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Community Teams Adult Social Care in South staffs for a Band 4 Care Act Assessor. This is a permanent position and is an ideal opportunity for someone at the beginning of their social care career who wants to experience a wide range of opportunities in adult social services. You will be fully supported to develop your skills and experience. The team successful applicant will be joining is configured of social workers, social care assessors and Care act Assessors, therefore it would be suited to someone who has an interest in the welfare of those in the community of South Staffordshire and surrounding areas. The role involves being part of a busy community assessment and review team and involves working closely with service-users, carers, partner agencies and other professionals providing assessment of need, signposting, information, care planning and reviewing in line with The Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2005). ### Main duties of the job A good knowledge of the services available to support and promote independence in the community is a benefit but not essential as an induction and full training will be provided. The Trust is committed to professional development and will provide opportunity for training and routes for career progression. 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 a team player who is 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. You will require a clean driving licence and a vehicle for business use. ### 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=10558917) ## 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.