Court of Protection Officer
| Posting date: | 26 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £31,067 to £33,366 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 July 2025 |
| Location: | Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | North Somerset Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ASHA0394 |
Summary
The Role
As a Court of Protection Officer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the financial interests of vulnerable individuals under the jurisdiction of the Court of Protection. This is an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of those who need it most while contributing to the financial health and efficiency of our local authority.
As a Court of Protection Officer, you will follow the guidance of the Office of the Public Guardian to ensure compliance of the Court Order for Property and Financial Affairs.
This post is full-time (37 hours per week), however we are able to consider applications for part-time hours.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage financial affairs, including bank accounts, bill payments, benefit collection, and property management.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements set by the Court of Protection.
Prepare and submit annual accounts and reports to the Office of the Public Guardian.
Liaise with care providers, social workers, and legal professionals to advocate for the best interests of the individuals.
Identify and recover debts owed to the authority by individuals under protection.
Maximise benefits and allowances for individuals, increasing funds managed by the authority.
Efficiently manage properties owned by individuals under protection, including potential leasing or selling.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
About You
We are looking for an individual who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
Proven experience in financial management or a similar role.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders.
Desirable Criteria:
Strong understanding of the Court of Protection and related legal requirements.
Good knowledge of Welfare Benefits
How to Apply
If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Emma Halford-Snook Personalised Commissioning Team Manager at emma.halford-snook@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 427611
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
As a Court of Protection Officer, you will play a crucial role in safeguarding the financial interests of vulnerable individuals under the jurisdiction of the Court of Protection. This is an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of those who need it most while contributing to the financial health and efficiency of our local authority.
As a Court of Protection Officer, you will follow the guidance of the Office of the Public Guardian to ensure compliance of the Court Order for Property and Financial Affairs.
This post is full-time (37 hours per week), however we are able to consider applications for part-time hours.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage financial affairs, including bank accounts, bill payments, benefit collection, and property management.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements set by the Court of Protection.
Prepare and submit annual accounts and reports to the Office of the Public Guardian.
Liaise with care providers, social workers, and legal professionals to advocate for the best interests of the individuals.
Identify and recover debts owed to the authority by individuals under protection.
Maximise benefits and allowances for individuals, increasing funds managed by the authority.
Efficiently manage properties owned by individuals under protection, including potential leasing or selling.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
About You
We are looking for an individual who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
Proven experience in financial management or a similar role.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders.
Desirable Criteria:
Strong understanding of the Court of Protection and related legal requirements.
Good knowledge of Welfare Benefits
How to Apply
If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online button below. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Emma Halford-Snook Personalised Commissioning Team Manager at emma.halford-snook@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 427611
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
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About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.