Role Responsibility
We are looking to recruit to a Financial Affairs Officer based in Maidstone however, we undertake hybrid working, meaning that we work from home and the office, depending on business needs. The position available is permanent full time (37 hours per week).
This post holder will manage the finances for Adult Social Care clients who are not able to do so themselves and who have no-one else that can act appropriately on their behalf. We do this either via a Department for Works and Pensions appointeeship or a Court of Protection Deputyship.
This role includes maximising a clients income through benefits claims as well as managing their debts and ensuring that their personal financial needs are being met.
You must be positive, engaging, adaptable to change, and possess excellent organisational, numeracy and communication skills. You will be able to demonstrate compassion and knowledge when working with people in order to quickly build rapport whilst facing challenging situations.
You will be provided with a comprehensive training program so that you are able to deliver the requirements of this role, this training will take place in Maidstone. If you are flexible, adaptable, can work under pressure, hold all the necessary skills, experience, and knowledge, and are prepared to go the extra mile, then this is an excellent opportunity for you to work within a dynamic and developing environment.
We politely request that all applicants state their interest, skills, and experience for this role (relevant to the job description) in the How you meet the requirements of the role section of their online application form.
As an employee of Kent County Council, you will receive excellent benefits, including a generous annual leave package and membership of the pension scheme. Full training and support will be provided and there will be opportunities for career progression, including support to gain relevant qualifications.
This post is considered by Kent County Council to be customer-facing positions. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Interviews to be conducted on 15 May in person in Maidstone.