Senior Social Worker - Adults

Job Title: Senior Practitioner - Complex Care Team

Location: London Borough of Hackney

Hourly Rate: Up to £36 per hour

Are you an experienced and highly skilled social worker looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity? The London Borough of Hackney is seeking a dedicated and passionate Senior Practitioner to join our Complex Care Team.

About the Role: As a Senior Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality social work services to individuals with complex care needs within the community. You will manage a diverse caseload, offer expert guidance and support to less experienced colleagues, and contribute to the development and implementation of best practices within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a complex caseload, undertaking comprehensive assessments and developing person-centred care plans.

• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentoring to social workers within the Complex Care Team.

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of services, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements and local policies.

• Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams, external agencies, and service users' families/carers to achieve positive outcomes.

• Participate in safeguarding adults processes and uphold the highest standards of professional practice.

About You:

• A qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England.

• Demonstrable experience in a complex care or adult social care setting.

• Proven experience of supervising or mentoring other social workers.

• Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983.

• Strong assessment, analytical, and communication skills.

• A commitment to promoting independence, choice, and control for service users.

What We Offer:

• A competitive hourly rate of up to £36.

• The opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative team environment.

• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.

• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and their families in Hackney.

Join us in making a positive impact on our community!