Advanced Social Work Practitioner

Nottinghamshire County Council; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council’s Mansfield Community Social Work Team is seeking an Advanced Social Work Practitioner to provide professional leadership, supervision and clinical guidance to colleagues, while maintaining a reduced caseload of complex work.

You will lead on safeguarding, risk enablement and act as AMHP/BIA where appropriate, driving continuous improvement and development within Adult Social Care to deliver outstanding outcomes for people in Mansfield.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England.
• Experience in Adult Social Care with complex casework and safeguarding.
• Postgraduate study or equivalent AMHP/BIA related qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership and guidance to colleagues.
• Mentor and supervise staff to promote reflective practice.
• Lead safeguarding, risk enablement and Mental Health Act responsibilities.
• Coordinate and allocate work within the team to manage complex caseloads.
• Undertake complex assessments and develop appropriate support plans.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring/Coaching

Communication

Decision-making

Strategic thinking

Education

Social Work degree

Registered with Social Work England

AMHP/BIA or Practice Educator qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career?

Do you have a passion for supporting adults to live independent, fulfilling lives while inspiring and developing others through excellent social work practice? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and motivated Advanced Social Work Practitioner to join our welcoming and supportive Mansfield Community Social Work Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine frontline practice with leadership, professional development, and service improvement. You will play a vital role in promoting high-quality, strengths-based social work practice whilst supporting colleagues to deliver outstanding outcomes for the people of Mansfield.

Why Join Mansfield Community Social Work Team?

Mansfield is a vibrant and diverse community with strong partnerships across health, social care and the voluntary sector. Our team is committed to helping people remain independent, connected and in control of their lives.

As an Advanced Social Work Practitioner, you will be part of a collaborative and experienced team where your expertise is valued, your professional judgement is trusted, and your development is actively supported.

We offer:

• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunities to influence and shape practice across Adult Social Care.
• Access to high-quality learning and development opportunities.
• Professional supervision and career progression pathways.
• Strong partnership working with health and community services.
• The opportunity to mentor and develop the next generation of social workers.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to people's lives every day.

About the Role

As a senior practitioner within the team, you will provide professional leadership, guidance and support to colleagues while maintaining a reduced caseload of complex and specialist work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and promoting excellent, evidence-based social work practice.
• Supporting staff through reflective supervision, mentoring and coaching.
• Championing strengths-based, person-centred approaches that maximise independence and wellbeing.
• Providing expertise in safeguarding, risk enablement, the Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act.
• Supporting the allocation and management of work across the team.
• Undertaking complex assessments and coordinating appropriate support plans.
• Chairing multi-agency meetings and contributing to decision-making processes.
• Acting as a professional lead in key areas of practice.
• Supporting service development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Undertaking the role of Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) or Best Interests Assessor (BIA), where appropriate.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a recognised Social Work qualification and is registered with Social Work England.
• Is an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP), Best Interests Assessor (BIA), Practice Educator, or has completed relevant postgraduate study.
• Has significant experience of working within Adult Social Care, including complex casework and safeguarding.
• Has a sound knowledge of relevant legislation including the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.
• Has experience of supervising, mentoring and supporting staff development.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, leadership and decision-making skills.
• Is passionate about delivering strengths-based, person-centred practice.
• Thrives in partnership and multi-disciplinary working environments.
• Is committed to continuous professional development and service excellence.

What Success Looks Like

You will:

• Inspire confidence and professional excellence within the team.
• Drive high-quality outcomes for adults and their families.
• Support colleagues to develop and flourish in their roles.
• Promote innovative and strengths-based ways of working.
• Contribute to a positive team culture focused on learning, improvement and outstanding practice.

Join Us and Make a Difference

This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role within a progressive and supportive Adult Social Care service. If you are passionate about delivering excellent social work practice and supporting others to achieve their potential, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Be part of the Mansfield Community Social Work Team and help us empower people to live the lives they choose.

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full‑time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.