3 months contract with a local authority
Summary
* The Advanced Practitioner will play a crucial role in adult social care by providing high-level professional practice. This position involves supporting complex casework, safeguarding decision-making, and multidisciplinary discharge planning. The practitioner will work across hospital wards, community settings, and client homes to ensure safe, timely, and person-centered outcomes. They will also offer expert guidance to colleagues, lead on best practices, and uphold high standards of care in accordance with statutory duties, legislation, and organizational policies.
Responsibilities
* Lead on complex cases requiring advanced assessment, risk management, and intervention.
* Conduct holistic, strength-based assessments under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and relevant legislation.
* Lead safeguarding enquiries and manage high-risk situations.
* Make defensible professional decisions regarding care planning, capacity assessments, and best-interest processes.
* Provide specialist advice to practitioners, health colleagues, and partner agencies.
Essential Experience Required
* Significant post-qualification experience within adult social care.
* Proven track record of managing complex cases and making advanced professional decisions.
* Experience in hospital social work or hospital discharge pathways.
Essential Qualifications Required
* Social Work qualification (e.g., BA Social Work, MA Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
* Registration with Social Work England.
* Evidence of ongoing CPD relevant to adult social care practice.
Additional Information
* Working hours: 37 hours per week
* Please note, we work on bi-weekly payments.
* Enhanced DBS with barred list required
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.