Independent Living and Access Assessor (Vision Support) LBHF621816
Independent Living and Access Assessor (Vision Support) LBHF621816
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£ 23490 - 24206
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Job Description
Job Details:
Salary range: 39150 - 40344 pro rata per annum (actual salary 23490 - 24206 per annum)
Work location: 145 King Street Hammersmith London W6 9JU
Hours per week: 21.60
Contract type: Permanent
Vetting requirements: Enhanced DBS Check
Closing date: 4 August 2025
Interview date: Week commencing 11 August 2025
Contact details for Informal discussion: Christine Shanganya Sensory Team Leader via email on
About the role
Hammersmith & Fulham is a diverse borough on the edge of the inner city which have a strong commitment of working with residents with Vision Loss.
The Sensory Impairment Team is looking to recruit an Independent Living and Access Assessor (Vision Support) 3days a week which is 21.6 hours. The individual should be committed to achieving best practice and improved outcomes for residents to maintain their independence.
The successful candidate should be having a knowledge and understanding of legal guidance and legislation for people with vision loss. They should be aware of Equality Act 2010 Care Act 2014 section 77 Mental Capacity Act and safeguarding adults.
We would love to hear from candidates who share our commitments to co-production and independent living. Doing things with resident not to them is a key council priority. We believe it is better for everyone when people are fully involved in decision that affect their lives
Please refer to the Role Profile for more information.
Our People Values:
How we act defines who we are. At the heart of our organisation is a common approach to defining who we are. We are looking for people whocan build this into everything they do.
We are fair
We treat everyone withcompassion dignity andfairness. We value theviews and opinion of others and promote benefits andopportunities for all.
We are caring
We care about our borough anddoing things well. We focus on standards and continuousimprovement; learning fromour mistakes and celebratingsuccess.
We are collaborators
We work together for a bettersociety. We work with ourresidents businesses schoolsthird sector and others forbetter outcomes for everyone.
We are driven
We will only settle for the verybest. We seek to continuallyimprove and put our residentscustomers and businesses atthe heart of everything we do.
Our commitment to you:
At H&F you will have access to a comprehensive total reward package as well as joining a flexible working employer and as such all staff can request flexible working Click HERE to find out more.
We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community - it is about open and transparent decision making co-produced with staff and residents.
It is about respect for diversity and a shared identity that seeks to encourage fair and transparent recruitment retention and career progression. We take a proactive approach to equity diversity and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace. At H&F our workplace ensures that everybody has equitable access to opportunities.
In order to combat discrimination no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their age disability gender reassignment race religion or belief sex sexual orientation marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. We expect all employees workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
To explore more about the work we do towards being an inclusive employer and our commitments to achieve this please click HERE.
Asking for Adjustments
We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace and this includes adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format please contact us at or by post to The Town Hall King Street Hammersmith W6 9JU
Hammersmith & Fulham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. We expect all employees workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat discrimination no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age disability gender reassignment race religion or belief sex sexual orientation marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
Employment Type
Full-Time
