Job Introduction
Job Title: Financial Assessment Officer (Finance Operational Support)
Salary: £24,201 - £25,795 per annum
35 Hours per Week
Location: Wildwood Offices, County Hall Campus
Team: Client Contribution Assessments
Permanent
Worcestershire County Council (WCC) delivers many different services to support our residents, and employs over 2,000 members of staff across these services in many different jobs.
The Finance Operational Services (FOS) Team is part of the Council’s overall Finance Team and supports Worcestershire’s residents from their early years, into later life, and everything in between. The team play a vital role in supporting other areas of the Council by making payments to both individuals and businesses to pay for services provided, calculating an individual’s contribution payable towards their care, managing insurance claims, early years payments and income and debt services, to name a few! We are a fast paced, dynamic and enthusiastic team with a passion for the service we provide to our residents.
Due to internal progression, we are looking for a new Financial Assessment Team member. This role carries out means-tested financial assessments for adults who have care and support needs. The role works closely with Adult Social Care colleagues, Legal colleagues and members of the public to make sure we have the right, and accurate information.
You must be a reliable team player with excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills, as well as having good communication and explanation skills. Ideally you will have a knowledge of Adult Social Care, but more important is a willingness to learn and follow new processes and constantly improve service delivery.
Key duties for this role include:
- Supporting the completion of means-tested financial assessments within a given timeframe
- Prioritising your own workload and the ability to multi task
- Ability to follow processes and apply and apply legislation
Full training will be given, and we would like to hear from you if you have the drive and passion to deliver
For further information please contact: Asif Rahman arahman1@worcestershire.gov.uk
Benefits:
You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage
Some of these offers include:
- Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
- Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
- Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
- Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.
Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.
Application Closing Date: Tuesday 6th May 2025
Anticipated Interview Date: Wednesday 14th / Thursday 15th May 2025
