Durham County Council is looking for a Financial Assessment and Benefits Officer. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Green Lane, with hybrid working, paying £31,015 to £34,811 a year. Applications close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
About the role
Based at Greenlane Council Offices, Spennymoor, in the Financial Assessment Team, working 37 hours a week. Assesses customer contributions towards Adult Social Care and identifies benefit entitlements, including visiting customers to help with applications.
About Durham County Council
Durham County Council is the unitary authority for County Durham, created in 2009 when the former county and district councils were combined. It serves Durham, Bishop Auckland, Chester-le-Street, Consett, Stanley, Seaham, Peterlee, Newton Aycliffe, Spennymoor and Barnard Castle, along with many former mining villages, and provides all local council services.
What they’re looking for
- NVQ Level 3 Business Administration or equivalent
- Enhanced DBS check required
- Person Specification criteria apply
What’s on offer
- 27 days' leave rising to 32
- Local Government Pension Scheme membership
- Flexible working arrangements
- Hybrid working where applicable
How to apply
You apply directly with Durham County Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 15 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Durham County Council’s website.
