Administrator

Job Introduction

The role will provide administrative support to the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team, (MCA DoLS) enabling the best possible support to be provided to both internal and external customers.

About the role and the team

The role will provide administrative support to the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team, (MCA DoLS) enabling the best possible support to be provided to both internal and external customers.

The DoLS Team are a dedicated, small team with a large responsibility. We strive to ensure that the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is implemented correctly and that where a deprivation is occurring, that it is assessed within the DoLS legal framework, and an authorisation granted. The Administrators play a key role in managing the processes within the system and ensuring that documents are sent out within timeframes. They are also usually the first contact for both members of the public enquiring about the service and from care homes wanting information and guidance and as a result they tend to build an outstanding knowledge base concerning the MCA and DoLS. Administrators also link with other teams such as OCC legal Team to ensure that documents are provided in good time where a Court challenge is in place.

About you

You are…

• Driven to do it differently to find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person.
• Willing to take responsibility, you are a self-leader who has the passion to promote people’s strengths to gain the best outcomes for people.
• Kind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals’ qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds.
• Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do with a commitment to human rights and social justice, and with your strong communication skills you will work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome.
• Always learning, to continuously develop your skills and knowledge in theory and case law.
• Passionate about following the professional standards of SWE with a commitment to continue your professional development.

Our Rewards and Benefits

- Up to 33 day’s holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to ‘buy’ additional days

- Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%

- Regular monthly formal and informal support and supervision

- Local and national discounts for shopping and travel

- Extensive Continuous Professional Development opportunities and career progression. More here: Our benefits | Jobs (oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Would you like to know more?

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact; Robert Barton , Team Manager on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden].