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
Summary
Support senior operational leadership of the DoLS service, including quality assurance, supervision, practice scrutiny, authorisation processes, and guidance on the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS and relevant case law.
Responsibilities
* Exercise senior source of advice on the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS and relevant case law.
* Support the AMHP, DoLS & EDT services Manager with a robust authorisation process for DoLS, scrutinising completed DoLS assessments submitted by doctors and Best Interests Assessors, ensuring they are legally robust, defensible and ready for authorisation.
* Provide professional supervision and practice guidance to BIAs.
* Support effective workflow, allocation and prioritisation of cases.
* Contribute to service development, policy updates and procedural guidance.
* Deputise for the service manager as required.
* Participate in DoLS Forums.
Qualifications
* Qualified Best Interests Assessor with at least 2 years of BIA practice and experience of assessing a range of client groups.
* Strong commitment to protecting human rights, with extensive knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS, The Care Act and safeguarding.
Benefits
* Competitive salary range of £40,777 – £45,091.
* Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Clear career progression pathways.
* Annual leave: 31 days pro rata plus bank holidays and option to purchase an additional 10 days.
* Flexible working, including job‑sharing, part‑time hours and agile working.
* Employee Assistance Programme and support for professional membership fees.
* Access to a wider benefits scheme including retail, leisure, holiday and health perks.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you require reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team by email: [email protected].
Commitments, Covenants and Statutory Obligations
* Candidates who indicate a disability – part of the “Disability Confident” scheme.
* Candidates who are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist – part of the “Armed Forces Covenant.”
* Candidates who are a Herefordshire care leaver – part of the “care leaver” commitment.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
* Position subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Contact and Application
For questions or an informal chat, email [email protected]. To apply, upload a CV and complete the application form demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role.
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