Advanced Practitioner - Brent Council

Advanced Practitioner – Adults Services – Brent Council

• £39.04 per hour
• Hybrid working model
• Adults Safeguarding & Community Support focus
• Strong, supportive management and development opportunities

Brent Council is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join their Adults Services team. This role is ideal for a skilled social worker who is ready to step into a senior practice position, supporting colleagues while leading on complex safeguarding and community cases.

About Brent Council

Brent is one of London’s most diverse and vibrant boroughs, with a strong community spirit and a focus on inclusion and equality. The council is committed to delivering high-quality adult social care services, placing individuals at the centre of decision-making while promoting independence and wellbeing. Brent is known for supporting its workforce with manageable caseloads, structured supervision, and extensive professional development opportunities, ensuring that practitioners can grow while making a positive difference in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold responsibility for complex safeguarding cases and high-risk situations
• Provide professional leadership, support, and mentoring to less experienced staff
• Undertake Care Act assessments, safeguarding enquiries, and Mental Capacity Act assessments
• Develop care and support plans that promote independence and wellbeing
• Liaise with partner agencies to ensure effective, multi-disciplinary working
• Contribute to service development and practice improvement initiatives
• Act as a point of escalation for challenging cases, ensuring best practice is followed

Candidate Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• Significant post-qualified experience in Adults Social Care, ideally within safeguarding or community teams
• In-depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and related legislation
• Strong assessment, communication, and decision-making skills
• Ability to provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one)

Why Work With Brent?

• £39.04 per hour
• Hybrid working – with flexibility on office attendance
• A supportive, inclusive team environment
• Excellent opportunities for progression and leadership
• Access to high-quality training and professional development
• Be part of one of London’s most dynamic and diverse boroughs

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Contact Details:
For more information or to apply, contact: Josh Dhumisani
Mobile: 07902371315
Email: jdhumisani@sheldon-phillips.com