Senior Best Interests Assessor – DoLS
Contract: 12 months
Location: Home based and Hereford once a week
Hours: 37
Salary: £40,777-£45,091 per annum
Closing date: 04.05.2026
Role
The Senior Best Interests Assessor will support the AMHP, DoLS & EDT services Manager with a robust authorisation process for DoLS, including scrutinising completed DoLS assessments submitted by doctors and Best Interests Assessors, ensuring they are legally robust and ready for authorisation. The role involves providing professional supervision and practice guidance to BIAs, supporting effective workflow, allocation and prioritisation of cases, and acting as a senior source of advice on the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS and relevant case law. The assessor will contribute to service development, policy updates and procedural guidance, and deputise for the service manager as required.
About You
* Qualified Best Interests Assessor with at least 2 years of BIA practice and experience assessing a range of client groups.
* Strong commitment to protecting human rights with deep knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, Care Act and Safeguarding.
We Offer
* Competitive salary of £40,777-£45,091 per annum.
* Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Clear career progression pathways.
* 31 days’ annual leave per annum (pro rata) plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 10 days.
* Flexible working arrangements, including job‑sharing, part‑time hours and agile working.
* Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 support and counselling.
* Payment of professional membership fees where required.
* Access to a wide range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits with savings, cashback and discounts.
Commitments, Covenants and Statutory Obligations
* Provision of reasonable adjustments for candidates who require them.
* Support for disabled applicants as part of the ‘Disability Confident’ scheme.
* Support for Armed Forces veterans or reservists under the Armed Forces Covenant.
* Support for Herefordshire care leavers.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, including a mandatory Disclosure and Barring Service check for successful candidates.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you require reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the application process, please contact the resourcing team by email enquiries@hoopleresourcing.co.uk.
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