TRAINEE BENEFITS ASSESSOR (FS76)

£16,781 - £22,658 p.a. (Career grade)

Are you enthusiastic? Highly motivated? Keen to make a contribution in a busy team committed to providing a high quality service to customers?

Then we have an opportunity for you to train and progress in this important area of work.

You will learn to process benefit claims using a computer system. You will also be dealing with members of the public on a daily basis, both face to face and on the telephone. You should have some experience of using a PC with good keyboard and communication skills; you must be able to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurately spoken English. We will provide the training to develop your skills and make you a first class benefits assessor.

The starting salary will be dependent on the level of knowledge and experience.

How to apply Please see attached documents at the bottom of the Job page and ensure you read and follow the guidance so you fully demonstrate how you meet the points on the Person Specification. PLEASE DO NOT JUST SUBMIT A CV.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications - 3 October 2017

Assessment and Interview days 10 and 11 October 2017

All applicants will be advised once short listing has been completed after the closing date.

The Council is committed to equal opportunities for all