Social Care Assessor

Torbay Council

. Work directly with adults, their families and carers to understand their circumstances and support needs .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeTorquay • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £32,578 - £35,570 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in adult social care, including assessment and support planning, while effectively communicating with individuals and families in distress. Proficient in identifying risks and safeguarding concerns, and skilled in using digital systems for accurate record-keeping.

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Adult Social Care ExperienceAssessment and Support PlanningKnowledge of The Care Act 2014Effective Communication SkillsIT Proficiency and Record Keeping

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Hard Skills

Assessment ContributionCare PlanningInformation GatheringRisk IdentificationSafeguarding ProceduresKeyboard SkillsAttention to AccuracyNHS Band 5 ExperienceNVQ Level 3GCSE Passes

Soft Skills

Building Professional RelationshipsEffective CommunicationSelf-AwarenessOrganizational SkillsAbility to Work Under Pressure

Tools & Technologies

Digital SystemsStandard Office SoftwareElectronic Record Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Enhanced Criminal Record CheckBarred List Check

Industry Keywords

Adult Social CareStrengths-Based ApproachOutcome-Focused CareCommunity ResourcesPreventative Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work directly with adults, their families and carers to understand their circumstances and support needs
Contribute to assessments, care and support planning, and reviews under the direction and supervision of a Social Worker or Team Manager
Gather information and identify people’s strengths, needs and available support
Contribute to strengths-based and outcome-focused care and support plans
Help arrange and review services within delegated responsibilities
Provide information, advice and signposting to community resources, preventative services and other support
Work with colleagues in health, housing, voluntary and community organisations to coordinate support
Recognise risks, safeguarding concerns and increasing complexity
Seek advice or escalate matters to a Social Worker or Team Manager when appropriate
Use digital systems and maintain clear, accurate records
Initially work within South Devon and Torbay NHS Foundation Trust before services transfer back to Torbay Council

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience or good understanding of working within adult social care
Evidence of consistent pattern of learning from education, training and experience
GCSE passes at Grade C or above or equivalent
NVQ level 3 or recent experience in an NHS Band 5 post (or equivalent)
Ability to build respectful, professional relationships with adults, families and carers
Ability to communicate effectively with people experiencing distress, uncertainty or change
Confident use of IT, standard office software and electronic record systems
Good keyboard skills and attention to accuracy
Ability to gather information and contribute to assessments and reviews
Ability to identify concerns, risks or safeguarding issues and follow agreed procedures
Ability to plan, organise and prioritise a varied workload
Knowledge of the Care Act 2014
Understanding of basic human emotional, social and physical needs
Self-awareness of own strengths and limitations
Ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English
Enhanced Criminal Record Check plus an additional Barred List Check required
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Council terms and conditions
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Employment and wellbeing support services
Supportive team environment
Learning and development opportunities
Inclusive working environment
Flexible and collaborative working environment