Lead Practitoner - Social Care Direct Team

Job Advertisement: Lead Practitioner (Non-Caseholding Role)

Location: Colindale/Hybrid

Department: Communities, Adults, and Health Teams

Directorate: Adults & Health

Salary Range: �45,021 - �48,031

Reports to: Team Manager

About Us: Embark on a rewarding journey with the London Borough of Barnet as a Lead Practitioner within our esteemed Social Care Direct Team. This role presents a distinctive opportunity for a seasoned professional to take the helm in a non-caseholding capacity, steering our team towards efficient handling and direction of referrals received via email. With our hybrid working model, enjoy the flexibility of two days a week working remotely.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and prioritize emails received by Social Care Direct, furnishing insightful notes and guidance to team members on case direction and subsequent actions.
• Methodically allocate emails to team members, ensuring swift and equitable distribution of workload.
• Provide invaluable support and counsel to team members regarding assigned emails, aiding in informed decision-making and effective case management.
• Identify pertinent processes and pathways such as reablement, telecare, OT, Care Act Assessment, safeguarding, and hospital discharge, and offer appropriate signposting.
• Diligently screen incoming emails to ascertain suitability for referral to Social Care Direct, maintaining meticulous attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.

Requirements:

• Hold professional qualifications in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England.
• Demonstrate proficiency in social care practice, particularly in triaging and directing referrals.
• Possess strong organizational acumen, adept at managing email correspondence and effectively allocating workloads.
• Exhibit exceptional communication skills, capable of delivering clear guidance and support to team members.
• Display proficiency in relevant processes and pathways within adult social care, including reablement, telecare, OT, Care Act Assessment, safeguarding, and hospital discharge.
• Embrace the council's values of caring, learning to improve, inclusivity, and collaboration.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package ranging from �45,021 to �48,031.
• Hybrid working arrangements enabling two days of remote work per week.
• Opportunity to lead and guide our team in a pivotal role within Social Care Direct.
• Supportive team environment committed to fostering professional development and excellence in social care practice.

Application Process: To apply, kindly submit your CV along with a cover letter addressing the essential criteria outlined in the job specification to Phil Puaca at Ackerman Pierce, (phone number removed)

The London Borough of Barnet is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We eagerly welcome applications from all qualified individuals irrespective of background or experience.