Best Interest Assessor (Adults) DoLS Service

Overview

Wirral Council is recruiting Best Interests Assessors (BIAs) for the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) service within the Adult Social Care Directorate.

Role Summary

Perform mental capacity assessments, best interests decisions and Care Act assessments, including Section 21A DoLS challenges. Support adults in the community and post‑hospital discharge. Work variably involves reviews, safeguarding, CHC and multidisciplinary collaboration with a strengths‑based, legally literate approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct mental capacity and Care Act assessments.
• Make best interests decisions and authorise or reprieve DoLS orders.
• Manage complex cases and support multidisciplinary teams.
• Perform face‑to‑face visits across the Wirral region.
• Maintain accurate records and report outcomes.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England.
• BIAs qualification.
• Strong knowledge of Care Act, MCA/DoLS and safeguarding.
• Experience with complex cases, best interests and MDT working.

Benefits

• Part of a nascent DoLS service.
• Supportive, CPD‑focused team environment.
• Diverse and meaningful work improving outcomes for adults.

How to Apply

Apply online through the Wirral Council Jobs page. The vacancy is open to UK residents and may require DBS checks.

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