[Hiring] Holistic Assessor @Reed

Role Description

Do you have experience in relevant equivalent role - assessing complex individual needs? Then consider the role of Holistic Assessor at Reed in Partnership!

We are on a mission to be the partner of choice for developing people and their communities. Reed in Partnership is a public service provider specialising in skills training for the long-term unemployed, increasing employment opportunities by working with employers and providing youth services.

What is the role about?

• Undertaking remote assessments referred from DWP, with each assessment taking place in an hour slot.
• Assessing complex individual needs related to a wide range of conditions, necessitating a flexible and adaptive approach.
• Identifying barriers to workplace participation and recommending solutions while ensuring participant involvement.
• Remaining mindful of potential discrimination and stigmatisation, interpreting needs accordingly.
• Writing detailed and accurate reports in line with DWP requirements, ensuring minimal rejected reports.
• Dealing compassionately with sensitive issues and signposting participants accordingly.

Just some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Initial checks and fact-finding about the client’s difficulties at work from both the employee and their line manager/employer.
• Checks and fact-finding about the client’s specific role and working environment.
• Review of any existing adjustments already in place.
• Preparing a comprehensive written report of the findings and specific recommendations on suitable adjustments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year’s experience in a relevant equivalent role - assessing complex individual needs.
• Educated to degree level in a related Health discipline (psychology, OT, physio).
• Ability to travel with access to their own vehicle (potentially not applicable for London).
• Willing to undergo enhanced DBS check.
• A minimum of 2 A-Levels or an equivalent Level 3 Diploma.
• GCSE English Language at a minimum of a Grade B (or equivalent Level 2 qualification) or achievement of a Level 2 in Literacy Assessment at interview stage or International Equivalents.

Requirements

• IT literate (experience of PRAP desirable).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience of assessing a full complement of complex needs and using insight to interpret participants' needs.

Benefits

• A generous base salary (pro-rata for part time) and great flexibility with your working schedule.
• Training, development, and progression opportunities.
• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part time) plus statutory bank holidays.
• Reed Pension Scheme.
• Award Winning Management & Leadership training.
• Professional & Personal Development Funds.
• Bi-annual pay reviews.
• Plus much more that can be found on our website.

With the chance to dramatically make a difference to the local community, this role offers immense job satisfaction.

At Reed in Partnership, we live and breathe our values in every decision and action taken, resulting in a collaborative and enjoyable culture within our offices. Our company values – we are fair, open, and honest; we take ownership, and we work together.

Where possible, we consider applications from candidates that require part-time hours; please discuss with your Talent Partner if this is something you require.