Experienced Lead Practitioner – Social Care Direct – North London – (salary: £42,500- £49,370)
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you passionate about working directly with vulnerable adults at the first point of contact?
The successful candidate will work in partnership with adults, their families, carers, advocates, colleagues, and external organizations to provide appropriate, professional social work support for vulnerable older people, adults with physical and sensory impairments, learning disabilities, and their carers.
* 31 days of annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
* Access to the local government pension scheme, providing a guaranteed income in retirement and security for dependents
* Work-life balance options such as hybrid working, flexitime, job sharing, home working, and part-time arrangements
* Payroll benefits including cycle to work schemes, eye care vouchers, travel allowances, and gym memberships
* Excellent training and development opportunities
* Employee well-being programs including confidential support services
Responsibilities
* Manage a small, complex caseload involving safeguarding and court work cases
* Provide leadership and supervision, promoting high professional standards in social care practice
* Conduct risk assessments in line with Mental Capacity Legislation and best practice
* Chair safeguarding and multidisciplinary meetings as required
* Embed safeguarding adults at risk principles and promote safety while maintaining individual choice
* Support social workers and assessment officers through consultation and advice, fostering continuous service improvement and high standards
Requirements
* Social Work degree or equivalent
* SWE registration
* At least 2 years of post-qualified experience in Adults Social Work
Note: Applications from residents within the Red or Amber list of the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List will not be supported.
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