Tower Hamlets - Senior Practitioner - Initial Assessment -£36
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Intro:
Are you an experienced leader in Adult Social Care with a passion for safeguarding and quality practice? 3D Recruit is working with Tower Hamlets Council, who are seeking a Senior Practitioner to support their Initial Assessment, Telecare and Safeguarding service. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership role, managing a team of Social Workers and Best Interest Assessors, while shaping service delivery and ensuring high-quality practice across adult safeguarding and DoLS.

Perks of Working with 3D Recruit:

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Exclusive Opportunities: Access to roles not advertised elsewhere.

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Competitive Pay: Attractive salary with pension and benefits.

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Professional Development: Opportunities for leadership growth and CPD training.

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Dedicated Support: One-to-one consultant guidance from 3D Recruit.

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Referral Bonus: Earn up to £250 for successful referrals (T&Cs apply).

Key Responsibilities:

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Support the Team Manager in delivering key strategic aims and driving continuous improvement within the service.

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Contribute to the management of the team, including allocation of workloads, supervision, and oversight of case management.

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Ensure high standards of practice across safeguarding, Care Act processes, and annual reviews/reassessments.

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Provide professional advice, guidance, and case supervision to staff, modelling reflective, evidence-informed practice.

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Lead on strength-based models of practice, maximising use of individual and community resources before council services.

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Act as Safeguarding Adult Manager (SAM) for safeguarding cases, providing professional leadership on safeguarding matters.

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Oversee compliance with the Quality Assurance Framework and performance processes.

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Support the development of new initiatives and contribute to working groups, training, and multi-agency forums.

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Manage and supervise staff, ensuring effective development, appraisal, and performance management.

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Carry a small caseload of complex cases to maintain professional practice.

Essential Requirements:

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SWE registered Social Worker with CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent qualification.

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Qualified Best Interest Assessor.

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Experience in a leadership or supervisory role, managing staff of varied professional backgrounds.

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Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), and safeguarding procedures.

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Ability to work collaboratively with statutory, voluntary, and third-sector partners.

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Right to work in the UK.

Location and Working Pattern:
Based in Tower Hamlets within the Health, Adults & Community Directorate. Flexible working may be required, with occasional evening and weekend commitments.

Apply Now:
Ready to step into a leadership role as a Practice Manager - DoLS? Tap 'Apply Now' to submit your CV and get started with 3D Recruit today!

Deadline: Rolling applications - apply as soon as possible.

At 3D Recruit, all candidates undergo rigorous vetting, including enhanced DBS checks, face-to-face registrations, verification of documents, and reference checks to ensure suitability and compliance