Deputyship Officer - TrowbridgeJob DescriptionSalary: £37,280 - £39,152 Hours per week: 37 hours Interview date: Friday 05 December 2025Court of Protection Team - Protecting Finances, Promoting Wellbeing This is a varied and interesting role with a range of duties which ensures that the best interest of our clients is served at all times and that their money is used to give them the best possible quality of life. As a Deputyship Officer, you will manage a caseload distributed by the Team Manager and be authorised to make decisions relating to the property and finances of the service users. This includes decisions relating to day to day finances, debts, investments, property sales and entering into and/or terminating tenancies. You will liaise with the clients, their carers and other professionals in accordance with the code of practice. You will be responsible for submitting applications to the Court of Protection for the Council to become a client's deputy for property and affairs. You will work with the Court of Protection and submit annual reports to the Office of the Public Guardian, in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005. With the chance to gain a recognised qualification through the Association of Public Authority Deputies (APAD), this role offers a clear path to personal and professional growth. Although this role is based in Trowbridge, you will be required to travel around Wiltshire and outlying areas. With a customer focused approach to your work, you should have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the confidence to work independently. We would be particularly interested to hear from candidates that have experience in benefits and/or Court of Protection work. Why us? Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That's why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here! While we welcome applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship, we are not able to issue a defined certificate of sponsorship due to limitations in our sponsorship capacity. We understand that AI tools can support you in preparing job applications. However, we value authenticity and would encourage you to ensure your submission genuinely reflects your own experiences, skills, and motivations. Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity. The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. For more details, contact Matthew Cardoza, Court of Protection Team Lead, at matthew.cardoza@wiltshire.gov.uk or call 01225 713913. This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information. We are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to the principles of inclusion and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. Read our statement of commitment to equality and inclusion. Disability Confident Employer Application process Please ensure to regularly check your spam/junk folder for any communication from us regarding your application status. We wouldn't want you to miss out on any important updates or interview invitations. Thank you!