Lead Practitioner
Location: 2 Bristol Avenue, Colindale, London, NW9 4EW
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Duration: 3+ Months
Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week
Pay Rate: £ 24.24 per hour
Job Ref: OR16022
Job Responsibilities
* Support the Team Manager in leading and supervising social care practices.
* Promote continuous learning and professional development for staff and students.
* Help people access information, advice, and local services to maintain their health and independence.
* Provide high-quality social work according to the Care Act 2014 and Barnet policies.
* Conduct professional assessments to meet social care outcomes.
* Safeguard adults and carers at risk and promote their well-being.
* Manage a small, complex caseload and conduct risk assessments.
* Chair safeguarding and multidisciplinary meetings as needed.
* Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures.
* Maintain effective relationships with partners and colleagues.
* Provide consultation and advice to support social workers and officers.
* Mentor less experienced staff and develop team skills and practice.
* Promote self-directed support and care technology to enhance well-being.
* Record relevant data accurately and conduct Mental Capacity Act assessments.
* Act as a 'Best Interest Assessor' if trained and competent.
* Encourage contributions from adults, advocates, and carers in assessments.
* Understand local provisions and make appropriate referrals.
* Promote and support the use of direct payments and financial assessments.
* Represent the service at external meetings and prepare reports.
* Understand the budgetary framework to ensure cost-effective solutions.
* Identify beneficial care technology and make referrals.
* Support a culture of improvement, effective practices, and customer satisfaction.
* Manage designated staff and ensure the Council's values are upheld.
* Handle personal data securely in compliance with data protection laws.
* Work flexibly and perform duties outside normal hours if required.
Person Specifications
Must Have
* Experience in social care practice leadership and supervision.
* Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding policies.
* Ability to manage complex caseloads and conduct risk assessments.
* Experience in chairing meetings and maintaining professional relationships.
* Skills in mentoring and developing team members.
* Competence in using care technology and promoting self-directed support.
* Strong understanding of budget management and cost-effective solutions.
* Ability to handle personal data securely and comply with data protection laws.
Nice to Have
* Training and competence as a 'Best Interest Assessor'.
* Experience in promoting direct payments and financial assessments.
* Familiarity with local provisions and referral processes.
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