Financial Assessment Officer London, Wandsworth, United Kingdom £30,510 - £45,564 Per Annum Fixed Term – Full Time (36 Hours) Apply By 10 May, 2026 Posted On 24 April, 2026

Wandsworth Council

London, United Kingdom
Base: £30,510 - £45,564 py; bonus/equity: not spec...
On-site
Excellent customer service skills
Good numerical skills with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
The role involves calculating client contributions for Council residents receiving adult social care services while ensuring compliance with statutory obligations

Job Summary

  • The role involves calculating client contributions for Council residents receiving adult social care services while ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.
  • Employees will respond to general enquiries from service users regarding financial assessments, outstanding invoices, and charging policies via phone, letter, and face-to-face meetings.
  • The position offers 40 days of annual leave including Bank Holidays, flexible working options, and a generous pension plan.

Matching Summary

The role involves calculating client contributions for Council residents receiving adult social care services while ensuring compliance with statutory obligations.

Salary

Base: £30,510 - £45,564 per annum; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 40 days annual leave, flexible working, generous pension plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Good numerical skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice-to-have

  • Adult Social Care Financial Assessment experience
  • Knowledge of the Care Act 2014
  • Experience with Housing Benefits financial assessments

Key Requirements

  • Completion of financial assessment forms in accordance with council policies
  • Experience in similar fields such as Housing Benefits is desirable
  • Ability to manage own caseload and meet targets and deadlines

Work Rights

Not specified

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