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