About The Job
Hours per week: 37. Contract type: Fixed term for 6 months. Salary: £42,839 - £46,142 a year pro rata plus £963 essential car‑user allowance.
This position is available as a secondment opportunity for 6 months. If you are a permanent Luton Council employee, you must have written approval (an email will suffice) from your manager prior to applying and a copy will need to be submitted with your application. Please note: we will not be able to proceed with your application form without your manager’s permission.
Are you an experienced social worker ready to lead at the forefront of safeguarding adults with complex needs? We’re looking for a highly skilled and motivated CASPA Lead Practitioner to drive forward our Critical Adult Safeguarding Partnership Arrangements (CASPA) and make a real difference to the lives of Luton residents. This is a pivotal role within our safeguarding system, working across agencies to ensure robust risk management, effective information sharing, and person‑centred outcomes for adults at risk.
As CASPA Lead Practitioner, You Will
* Lead and chair CASPA multi‑agency panel meetings, ensuring effective decision‑making and accountability.
* Prepare high‑quality risk assessments and case papers for complex cases.
* Act as the central link between the CASPA panel and partner organisations, ensuring timely progress and information sharing.
* Provide professional challenge across agencies and escalates concerns where necessary.
* Promote proactive safeguarding and ensure accurate, secure recording of actions and outcomes.
* Coordinate and scrutinise referrals to complex pathways, including those where homelessness or housing instability is a risk.
* Oversee action logs and ensure performance and progress are maintained.
You Will Also
* Supervise and support the Homelessness Prevention Worker (HPW), helping to prevent homelessness and promote independence and wellbeing.
* Work closely with internal services and external partners including health, police, probation, and voluntary sector organisations.
* Contribute to system‑wide decision‑making on resource allocation for risk reduction and safeguarding.
* Promote Making Safeguarding Personal and strengths‑based approaches across partnerships.
About You
* Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England, with at least 2 years’ post‑qualifying experience.
* Extensive experience managing complex cases across adult client groups.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding, advocacy, and user/carer involvement.
* Proven ability to chair multi‑agency meetings and make complex decisions.
* Experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring staff.
* Ability to build strong partnerships and influence across organisations.
You’ll Also Bring
* In‑depth knowledge of key legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983, and Human Rights Act 1998.
* Excellent analytical, communication, and report‑writing skills.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
* Confidence to challenge and drive improvement across systems.
* A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice.
Why Join Us?
* Collaborative, multi‑agency working.
* Continuous professional development.
* Improving outcomes for adults, carers, and families.
* Embedding strengths‑based and person‑centred practice.
Additional Information
* This role requires flexibility and the ability to travel across Luton and occasionally beyond the borough.
* Opportunities to attend national conferences and contribute to sector‑leading practice.
Benefits
* 25 to 32 days’ annual leave, linked to length of service and grade.
* Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave.
* Career pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area.
* Pension scheme: generous employer contributions of up to 19.2% (at April 2026) and 3× salary death in service grant.
* Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility).
* Employee Assistance Programme: free, 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support service for employees and eligible dependants.
* Work‑life balance: flexible working options, including working from home where possible, and requests for part‑time hours and alternative working patterns.
* Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring, and clear career pathways.
* Staff offers: discounts on MOT, gym and fitness, restaurants and salons.
* Arriva Travel Club: greater savings on local bus travel.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.
Make a difference where it matters most. Apply today and help shape the future of safeguarding in Luton.
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