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This is a key statutory role responsible for delivering appointeeship, deputyship, property protection, and Council funeral services, ensuring the financial interests and wellbeing of service users are protected. You will act as a case officer for a varied caseload, managing complex financial and legal matters in line with Council procedures and statutory requirements.
Job Responsibility:
Provide statutory appointeeship and deputyship services to protect service users’ finances
Act as case officer for appointeeship, deputyship, property protection, burials, and estates cases
Investigate service users’ financial circumstances and ensure appropriate actions are taken
Administer and reconcile individual service user accounts in line with Council financial regulations
Maintain and reconcile personal bank accounts for deputyship clients, liaising with banks and corporate liaison officers
Submit DWP appointeeship applications under SS 33 & 34 of the Social Security (Claims and Payments) Regulations 1997
Ensure all entitled benefits are claimed and received
Manage client bills, payments, petty cash, and cheques requiring authorisation
Oversee the property protection store, including storage, charges, and review of items held
Monitor stored or boarded property and animals, ensuring costs are accurate and funding is used as a last resort
Work closely with care managers and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and best outcomes
Requirements:
Proven experience in appointeeship, deputyship, or client financial affairs within a local authority or adult social care setting
Strong understanding of Court of Protection, DWP appointeeship processes, and benefits systems
Experience managing and reconciling client financial accounts
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage complex casework
Strong communication skills and ability to work with vulnerable adults and partner agencies
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities