Sefton is a vibrant local authority on a journey of aspiration and ambition as it works towards delivering its exciting Vision 2030.  This journey is shared with our partners and communities as we strive to ensure Sefton is a confident and connected Borough.

Sefton has the best of both worlds, from the vibrant city of Liverpool to the south, to miles of fantastic coastline and respected green spaces in the north. The borough is internationally recognised for its outstanding natural beauty and commitment to sustainability. 

Sefton has a strong track record of partnership working and place leadership, and for having a motivated and dedicated workforce that is resilient and adaptable, it puts the Council in the best possible place to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.

About the role

An opportunity has arisen to join our Financial Protection Team within the Client Support Department in Adult Social Care.  The team support vulnerable people who lack capacity to manage their own finances. 

Your role will be to manage the social security (state) benefits of vulnerable adults who are unable to do so themselves, ensuring their money is used in their best interests. This includes making applications for corporate appointeeship in line with the council’s policy, managing income and expenditure, and liaising with relevant agencies such as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and social care agencies. 

You will be highly organised, confident working with complex financial information, and able to communicate sensitively with a wide range of stakeholders. Above all, you will put people at the heart of what you do and contribute to improving outcomes for our communities.

In return, we offer the opportunity to make a real difference in a role that combines financial expertise with meaningful public service.

The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 5^th April 2026 (or earlier in the event of high volume of applications being received).

Provisional interview date is 14^th April 2026.

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.

If you’re an unemployed Sefton resident, register with our Sefton@Work service for free support to help you into employment.  You may be eligible for extra assistance such as funding for travel, work clothing, or vouchers to make starting your new job easier.  Call Sefton@Work on 0151 934 2610 or visit seftonatwork.net to find out more and get started today!