Temp Bank - Social Care Assessor

Temp Bank - Social Care Assessor

Devon, Hybrid

Full Time

£16.34 per hour

Temp Bank - Social Care Assessor

Location: Devon (Hybrid Working)

Hours: Full Time (Flexible Hours Available)

Contract Type: Temp Apox 3 months

Service Area: Adult Social Care - Hospital Discharge (Discharge to Assess)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Social Care Assessor to join our Hospital Discharge Team on a project, supporting adults across Devon through the Discharge to Assess (D2A) pathway.

This is a hybrid working role, offering the flexibility to work from home. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake face-to-face visits as required to complete assessments, reviews, and discharge planning activity.

The role focuses primarily on Pathway 2 and Pathway 3 clients, including the backlog and breach cases.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of complex hospital discharge referrals under the Discharge to Assess (D2A) model.

Complete Care Act 2014 Assessments using a proportionate and strengths-based approach.

Undertake assessments and reviews for individuals on Pathway 2 and Pathway 3 discharge routes.

Work proactively to reduce delays and support the resolution of backlog and breach cases across Devon.

Complete Mental Capacity Assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Participate in Best Interests Meetings where individuals lack capacity to make specific decisions.

Conduct Section 42 Safeguarding Enquiries and contribute to safeguarding investigations and interventions.

Participate in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) Decision Support Tool (DST) assessments and Joint Funding Assessments.

Liaise effectively with community health teams, care providers, families, advocates, and partner agencies.

Develop outcome-focused support plans that promote independence, wellbeing, and least restrictive options.

Essential Skills and Experience

Experience working within Adult Social Care

knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and safeguarding legislation.

Experience completing Care Act Assessments and support planning.

Understanding of the Discharge to Assess (D2A) model and hospital discharge pathways.

Experience undertaking Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interests decision-making.

Experience completing or contributing to Section 42 safeguarding enquiries.

Full UK driving licence and access to transport to travel throughout Devon.

Reference: REQ010651

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• Job Details
• OrganisationDevon County Council
• Work LocationDevonHybrid
• Reference

REQ010651

• Occupational GroupSocial Care & Health
• Salary Details
• £16.34 per hour
• Job TermTemporary
• Appointment TypeFull Time
• Hours

Full time (flexible hours available)

Closing Date

13/10/2026

DBS Check Required

Yes