Interest Assessor - Denbighshire
Denbigh, Denbighshire, LL16, Wales, UK
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Social Work
Human Services/ Social Work, Community Health, Public Health
Best Interest Assessor (BIA) Denbighshire, North Wales Initial 3-month contract | 37 hours per week | £44.39 per hour Umbrella / £33.00 per hour PAYE
Hoop Social Work is working with Denbighshire County Council to recruit a qualified Best Interest Assessor (BIA) to join its dedicated Adults Safeguarding Team on an initial 3-month contract.
The team works to ensure the local authority meets its statutory safeguarding responsibilities, helping adults at risk to achieve their desired outcomes, manage risk positively and remain protected from actual or potential harm.
Key details- Initial 3-month contract, working 37 hours per week.
- £44.39 per hour Umbrella or £33.00 per hour PAYE.
- Based within Denbighshire, with face-to-face meetings required across the county.
- Office space available in Ruthin or Rhyl if required.
- Home working available for administrative tasks.
- Join a welcoming, enthusiastic and supportive Adults Safeguarding Team.
As a Best Interest Assessor, you will undertake Best Interests Assessments under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) legislation, supporting the local authority to meet its statutory duties and ensure decisions are made in the best interests of individuals.
Requirements- A recognised Social Work qualification.
- Relevant Best Interest Assessor qualification and experience undertaking DoLS assessments.
- Current registration with Social Care Wales, or a willingness to register.
- A minimum of 6 months' experience working in the UK as a registered Social Worker.
- An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
- Three years of references.
- A full driving licence and access to a car, as face-to-face meetings are required across Denbighshire.
Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and meet the relevant registration requirements. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
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