Social Care and Occupational Therapy Assessor - Prisons and Approved Premises

Are you passionate about promoting independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes for adults? We're looking for a Social Care Assessor / Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Prisons and Approved Premises Team, supporting adults across custodial settings in Staffordshire.

Our specialist team ensures that people living in prisons and approved premises have access to the same care and support opportunities as those living in the wider community.

You'll work with individuals with a range of needs, helping them identify their strengths, maintain their independence and achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.

Staffordshire has the largest prison population in England and Wales, with seven prisons and approved premises across the county. This creates a unique and rewarding opportunity to develop specialist skills while making a real difference to people's lives.

This is a hybrid role, working full time Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm and is for a fixed term of 2 years. You'll have opportunities for some remote working, alongside regular visits to prison sites, approved premises and hospital settings across Staffordshire. You'll also attend office-based team meetings and collaborative working days, helping you stay connected with colleagues while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working.

• Has experience of working with adults with care and support needs.
• Can undertake strengths-based assessments and support planning.
• Has excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• Is organised and able to manage a varied caseload.
• Is passionate about promoting independence, choice and control.

If you're looking for a unique and rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.