Temp Bank - Social Care Assessor
  • England,South West,Devon,Exeter
  • Full Time, Contract
  • £16 per hour
Job Description:
Full job descriptionTemp 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
Job number 4195474
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