Calderdale Council – Appointee & Deputy Caseworker

Job IntroductionAppointee and Deputy Caseworker (S01)Post Ref: CC824Salary: SO1, £34,434 – £36,363 per annum, 37 hours per week, permanentCalderdale Council – Supporting people to live their largest livesAre you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives?Do you have the skills to manage finances while supporting vulnerable adults with dignity, empathy and compassion?About the RoleThis is a highly responsible yet rewarding role where no two days are the same. You’ll manage a diverse and complex caseload, supporting vulnerable adults, where the Council acts as DWP Appointee and/or Court Appointed Deputy.You’ll play a vital part in safeguarding and managing individuals’ financial affairs, ensuring they receive the benefits, support and protection they are entitled to, always acting in their best interests and helping them live the largest lives possible.What You’ll Be DoingManaging finances including income, savings, property and debtsSecuring welfare benefits and financial entitlementsPreparing and submitting Court of Protection annual reports to a high standard and within deadlinesDeveloping sustainable budgets that promote financial stability and wellbeingWorking collaboratively with partners such as DWP, OPG, HMRC, care providers and familiesIdentifying and mitigating financial risks, including fraud or exploitationThis is a key role where your professional judgement, empathy and attention to detail will make a genuine impact.What We’re Looking ForWe’re looking for someone who is:Knowledgeable in the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and welfare benefitsFinancially astute, with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsHighly organised with the ability to manage competing prioritiesConfident communicating with a wide range of stakeholdersCompassionate, resilient and committed to safeguardingAdditional InformationEnhanced (Adults Barred List) DBS requiredFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle essentialFlexible working arrangements to meet service needsWhy Join Calderdale?Flexible hybrid working (home, office, and community)A supportive and collaborative values-driven teamA role that is varied, challenging and genuinely rewardingThe opportunity to make a lasting difference to people’s livesJoin us and be part of a service committed to inclusion, safeguarding and helping people live their largest lives.Closing date 14 June 2026Interviews 29 June and 1 July 2026To apply, please visit: https://ce0078li.webitrent.com/ce0078li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=671928dXjr&VACANCY_ID=953919tqJxWe may utilise digital interview methods.As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.As part of our fair recruitment process, we ask that all applications are written by the candidate and that Artificial Intelligence (AI) use is limited, unless assistance is required as a reasonable adjustment for a disability. Content should be truthful, accurate, evidence based and not embellished – see guidance..ApplyCalderdale Council – Appointee & Deputy CaseworkerSalary SO1, £34,434 – £36,363 per annumFrequency AnnualJob Reference bradfordmbc/TP/681/1988Contract Type PermanentWorking Hours 37Closing Date 14 June, 2026Job Category External OrganisationService External OrganisationLocation Calderdale Council, Town Hall, Halifax, United KingdomAdditonal Payments For Office Use OnlyPosted on 3 June, 2026#J-18808-Ljbffr…