We are looking to recruit a Senior Practitioner in the Adults Learning Disabilities Team within Hackney. The successful candidate will be working in a well-structured, organised team who are growing their social worker staffing levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable working environment with experienced leadership, whilst receiving regular supervision and training opportunities. London Borough of Hackney ensure that their social workers have as much support as possible, helping them to keep a really good work life balance! The responsibilities of the Senior Practitioner includes: Provide professional leadership and supervision to social workers and practitioners within the Adults Learning Disabilities service Hold a complex caseload, including safeguarding, Court of Protection, and high-risk cases Undertake and quality-assure Care Act assessments, support plans, reviews, and Mental Capacity Act assessments Lead on safeguarding enquiries, ensuring robust decision-making and adherence to statutory responsibilities Support best interest decision-making and complex care planning, including transitions and placements Act as a practice lead, promoting strengths-based, person-centred, and outcome-focused approaches Offer expert advice and guidance to staff, partners, and other professionals Work collaboratively with health colleagues, providers, families, and advocates to deliver coordinated support Contribute to service d...