Location
Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Hours
36 hours per week across five days

Salary
£35,493 per annum

About the Role
Support people to live with dignity, choice and independence. As an Independent Living Assessor within the Complex Care Adult Social Care Service, you will help adults with care and support needs to maximise their independence and wellbeing. You will support the Duty Service, acting as a first point of contact for residents seeking access to Adult Social Care, providing timely information, advice and support to ensure residents are directed to the most appropriate services and interventions.

The role involves undertaking a range of administrative and coordination tasks that contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of the service, including maintaining accurate records, updating case management systems, preparing documentation, and ensuring information is recorded in a timely and professional manner.

You will be part of a team consisting of a Team Manager, Advanced Social Work Practitioner, Social Workers and Independent Living Assessors, working closely with colleagues across Adult Social Care and health and care professionals to promote a multidisciplinary approach that delivers person-centred outcomes for residents.

The post is based in the Borough for three days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Whether working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you will be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents’ lives.

Interviews will take place during the week commencing 2nd November. The role requires an Enhanced Adults DBS check.

Experience
Experience supporting adults in a care, housing or community setting, such as a support worker, carer or housing officer. Understanding the realities of working with vulnerable people is essential.

About you
You bring a calm, practical and compassionate approach to your work. You are organised, confident working independently and skilled at juggling priorities. Good IT skills and strong communication abilities are essential, especially when working with adults from diverse cultures, languages and backgrounds.

You are committed to helping people live well and understand what good care looks like.

Qualifications
No formal social work qualification is required. What matters most is your ability to listen and your commitment to supporting people to live with dignity and independence.