Independent Living Assessor (Band 2) - Base Rate
City of Westminster Council
Role
Who You Are
We are looking for someone who is passionate about promoting independence and person-centred care. You should have experience in working within adult social care or health settings. You must be skilled in assessment, support planning, and multi-agency working. Knowledge about relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014, and possessing strong communication and excellent organisational skills are essential.
What the Job Involves
As an Independent Living Assessor, you will be part of the Adult Social Care team at Westminster City Council. Your role involves conducting functional assessments to evaluate service users’ ability to manage daily living tasks safely and independently. You will coordinate and monitor reablement programmes, manage a caseload, arrange and fit equipment, support safe manual handling, develop outcome-focused support plans, process referrals, and liaise with multidisciplinary teams. Promoting the use of assistive technology and maintaining accurate records are also key responsibilities.
Skills
- Experience in adult social care or health settings
- Skilled in assessment and support planning
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Multi-agency working abilities
- Knowledge of Care Act 2014