Locum Adult Safeguarding Advanced Practitioner
London, Greater London
Advanced Social Worker – Adults’ Services (London Borough of Haringey)
Job Overview
We are recruiting an experienced **Advanced Social Worker (Qualified Social Worker)** to join the **London Borough of Haringey’s Adults’ Services team**. This senior practice role combines complex casework with professional leadership, ensuring adults receive high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence and safeguards wellbeing.
As an Advanced Social Worker, you will lead on high-risk cases, mentor colleagues, and contribute to service development and quality assurance within Adults’ Services.
Key Responsibilities
Lead on complex adult social care cases, including safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Act assessments.
Provide professional guidance, mentoring, and reflective supervision to social workers and support staff.
Undertake Care Act 2014 assessments to identify needs, strengths, and risks.
Develop, implement, and review person-centred care and support plans.
Carry out best-interest decisions and contribute to legal proceedings where required.
Prepare and present clear, evidence-based reports for panels, reviews, and court hearings.
Work collaboratively with health, housing, voluntary organisations, and community partners to deliver integrated support.
Ensure compliance with the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and adult safeguarding frameworks.
Contribute to audits, quality assurance processes, and continuous service improvement.
About You
You are a confident and resilient social worker with significant post-qualification experience in adults’ services. You are skilled at managing complex safeguarding cases while also supporting and mentoring colleagues in practice.
Requirements
Qualified Social Worker (QSW) with registration to **Social Work England**.
Extensive post-qualification experience within Adults’ Services, including safeguarding and complex case management.
In-depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and adult safeguarding legislation.
Proven experience of mentoring, supervising, or supporting colleagues.
Excellent communication, assessment, and report-writing skills.
Ability to manage advanced practice responsibilities alongside a demanding caseload.
Contract & Salary
Employer: **London Borough of Haringey**
Service: Adults’ Services
Contract type: Full-time, locum/temporary contract via Tripod Partners
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Qualified Social Worker looking for an advanced role within the London Borough of Haringey’s Adults’ Services team, we would like to hear from you. Please **apply using the form on the page**.