DDF Case Assessor

The Derbyshire Discretionary Fund receives applications for assistance from Derbyshire residents who are financially in difficult circumstances and/or under exceptional pressure. The fund provides assistance according to set criteria, and the team also explore other local support that may be available to applicants.

We are seeking to recruit a member of staff to join the team who assess and make decisions on applications to the Derbyshire Discretionary Fund. This is an opportunity to join a busy and friendly team responding to the needs of local people.

We are looking for a person who has excellent communication skills in dealing with the public and with professionals - both within the Council and from other agencies; is skilled and experienced in financial assessments; can manage and prioritise their workload; and can make independent decisions within a clear framework.

Provisional interview date 12 October 2026

Due to this post having administrative privileges within the Council’s IT systems, and in order to comply with the Public Services Network requirements, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic criminal record check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.