Locum Senior Practitioner - Neighbourhood Team
Location: Harrow (Hybrid Working Available)
Contract: Locum / Full-Time
Are you an experienced Senior Practitioner looking for your next locum opportunity within Adult Social Care?
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Locum Senior Practitioner to join the Neighbourhood Team in Harrow. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social work professional to play a key role in supporting vulnerable adults, providing professional leadership, and driving high-quality practice within a busy and supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide professional support, supervision and guidance to Social Workers and other team members.
- Manage a complex caseload of adults with varying needs, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Undertake strengths-based assessments, care planning, safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Act work.
- Support the Team Manager with practice development, performance management and quality assurance activities.
- Lead on complex cases, offering expert advice and decision-making within the team.
- Work collaboratively with health partners, community services and other stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for service users.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification.
- Current Social Work England (SWE) registration.
- Extensive Senior Practitioner experience within a similar Adult Social Care/Neighbourhood Team.
- Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding Adults and related legislation.
- Experience of supervising and mentoring staff.
- Excellent assessment, risk management and case management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working within integrated health and social care settings.
- Knowledge of Liquidlogic and associated case management systems.
Whats on Offer?
- Competitive locum rate.
- Supportive management team and collaborative working environment.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- Opportunity to make a real difference within the local community.
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Locum Senior Practitioner Neighbourhood Team employer: Eden Brown Synergy
Gateshead Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. As part of the Independent Living Service, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while making a meaningful impact in the community. With competitive pay rates and a commitment to quality assurance, this role provides a rewarding environment for professional growth in a vibrant local authority setting.
