Social Work - Senior Practitioner job

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Birmingham City Council is seeking experienced Senior Practitioners to join our Adults Social Care Community Project Teams. This is a key leadership role within frontline practice, supporting high-quality, citizen-focused social work across Adult Social Care. You will hold responsibility for either a complex caseload alongside supervisory duties, or for leading practice improvement activity that enhances outcomes for adults.

Your new role

Deliver high-quality statutory social work practice in line with the Care Act 2014
Provide professional oversight, supervision and support to Social Workers within a designated cluster
Lead on complex cases, risk management and decision-making
Support staff to meet duties under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and related legislation
Model best practice, promote strengths-based approaches and ensure safeguarding procedures are followed.
Work collaboratively with partners to ensure joined-up, outcome-focused support for citizens
Contribute to service improvement, performance monitoring and staff developmentWhat you'll need to succeed

At least 2 years post-qualification permanent experience in Adults Social Care
Experience operating at Senior Practitioner level or equivalent
Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 (and Mental Health Act where applicable)
Proven capability of supervising staff and managing complex practice
Confidence in professional decision-making, risk assessment and safeguarding
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, public-sector environmentWhat you'll get in return

Competitive hourly rate of up to £32.67
Hybrid/remote working to support work-life balance
Rolling contract offering flexibility and continuity
Supportive management structure and professional environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within one of the UK's largest local authoritiesWhat you need to do now
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