A great opportunity has arisen to join Middlesbrough Council Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team within Adult Social Care on a permanent full-time basis as a DoLS Authorising Signatory. On behalf of the Supervisory Body, the post holder will be responsible for undertaking scrutiny and considering authorisation of standard Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) assessments. They will also act as the Best Interests Assessor Lead on quality assurance, demonstrating expertise in issues relating to the Mental Capacity Act by offering expert advice and mentoring to staff both within the DoLS Team and across the Local Authority. The Practice Educator qualification is preferable for this post, however the successful candidate will be given the opportunity to achieve this qualification. depending on the needs of the service, the post holder may be expected to undertake best interests assessments. DoLS Team members are passionate about protecting the human rights of the citizens of Middlesbrough and case work can be both challenging and rewarding. Applications are invited from Best Interests Assessors/Registered Social Workers who have significant post qualifying experience in the MCA/DoLS and current professional registration with Social Work England. Adult Social Care’s office base is a modern, comfortable environment which we share with colleagues from across the Council. We offer regular supervision and training opportunities, such as Practice Educator, to support your development. New staff joining our Council can expect a warm welcome from colleagues, as well as a full induction process. At Middlesbrough Council, we truly live our values and incorporate them into everything we do. If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for! Please contact Elspeth Alexander, DoLS Team Manager for an informal discussion about the post on 01642 728460. Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships. The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.