Overview
In this role, you will lead complex Best Interests Assessments under DoLS and provide expert MCA guidance. You will shape practice across the organisation by coaching staff, delivering training, and supporting partnerships. You’ll work in a fast-paced DoLS team to improve outcomes for people who may lack capacity. This opportunity offers meaningful impact through rights-based practice and collaborative service development.
Pay / Benefits
- 4 weekly supervision sessions
- induction programme
- managerial support
- hybrid working arrangements
- local government pension scheme
- employee discounts and benefits scheme
Responsibilities
- Complete complex and high-quality Best Interests Assessments under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards framework
- Provide professional leadership and expert advice on the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS
- Support and develop practitioners to improve MCA understanding and application
- Design and deliver training, workshops, learning events and reflective practice sessions
- Facilitate MCA and DoLS surgeries, offering guidance and problem-solving support
- Promote effective joint working with internal teams, providers and external partners
- Drive continuous improvement and contribute to the development of best practice across adult social care services
Key requirements
- Best Interest Assessor qualification
- Significant knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
- Strong assessment, analytical and decision-making skills
- Coaching, mentoring and developing others
- Ability to build positive relationships and influence practice across teams and partners
- Thrives in a busy environment with a commitment to high-quality, person-centred outcomes
- Coaching / mentoring
- Relationship-building and collaboration
- Influencing practice across organisations
- Mental Capacity Act 2005 knowledge
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards knowledge
- Best Interests Assessments
Advanced Practitioner in Oldbury employer: Sandwell Metropolitan Council
As a Finance Business Partner within our values-driven council, you will enjoy a supportive culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. With excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a hybrid working model, this role offers the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's services while collaborating with senior leaders and stakeholders. Join us in shaping financial governance and sustainability, all while contributing to improved outcomes for children and families in our community.
Contact Details:
Sandwell Metropolitan Council Recruitment Team
