Adults Advanced Practitioner

Posted 15 January 2026
Salary 32.65
LocationTelford TF3 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Social / NGO / Health & Care
ReferenceRQ1677811

Job description

3 months contract with a local authority

Summary
  • The Advanced Practitioner will play a crucial role in adult social care by providing high-level professional practice. This position involves supporting complex casework, safeguarding decision-making, and multidisciplinary discharge planning. The practitioner will work across hospital wards, community settings, and client homes to ensure safe, timely, and person-centered outcomes. They will also offer expert guidance to colleagues, lead on best practices, and uphold high standards of care in accordance with statutory duties, legislation, and organizational policies.
Responsibilities
  • Lead on complex cases requiring advanced assessment, risk management, and intervention.
  • Conduct holistic, strength-based assessments under the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and relevant legislation.
  • Lead safeguarding enquiries and manage high-risk situations.
  • Make defensible professional decisions regarding care planning, capacity assessments, and best-interest processes.
  • Provide specialist advice to practitioners, health colleagues, and partner agencies.
Essential Experience Required
  • Significant post-qualification experience within adult social care.
  • Proven track record of managing complex cases and making advanced professional decisions.
  • Experience in hospital social work or hospital discharge pathways.
Essential Qualifications Required
  • Social Work qualification (e.g., BA Social Work, MA Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
  • Registration with Social Work England.
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD relevant to adult social care practice.
Additional Information
  • Working hours: 37 hours per week
  • Please note, we work on bi-weekly payments.
  • Enhanced DBS with barred list required
The role closes soon, apply ASAP.