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Locum Qualified Social Worker
Swinton, Greater Manchester £28 - 30
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Salford Council is looking for a qualified and experienced Best Interests Assessor (BIA) to join their Adults Services team on a locum basis. The role involves undertaking Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) assessments and […]

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Locum Care Plans Qualified Social Worker
Wokingham, Berkshire £37 - 40
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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join Wokingham Borough Council’s Adult Social Care team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality care planning and support to adults with a range of needs, […]

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Locum Child Protection Assessments Qualified Social Worker
Lincoln, Lincolnshire £36 - 38
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Nottingham is seeking a skilled and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Children’s Services team with a focus on Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) work. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting […]

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Locum Achieving Best Evidence Qualified Social Worker
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire £35 - 37
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Nottingham is seeking a skilled and experienced Qualified Social Worker to join their Children’s Services team with a focus on Achieving Best Evidence (ABE) work. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting […]

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Locum Children In Need Qualified Social Worker
London, Greater London £37 - 39
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Newham Council is seeking an experienced and committed Qualified Social Worker to join their Children in Need (CIN) team on a locum basis. The role involves working with children and families requiring support under Section 17 and […]

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Locum Adult Safeguarding Qualified Social Worker
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire £38 - 40
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Peterborough City Council is seeking a skilled and motivated Qualified Social Worker to join its Adults Services team on a 3-month locum contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out assessments, care […]

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Locum Children In Need Senior Social Worker
Bradford, West Yorkshire £37 - 39
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Bradford Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Social Worker to join its Children’s Services team. The successful candidate will work to safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable children and young people, […]

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Locum Mental Health Qualified Social Worker
London, Greater London £26 - 27
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East London Foundation Trust is seeking a compassionate and skilled Locum Qualified Social Worker to join their Adult Mental Health team. This role involves providing statutory social work assessments, care planning, and safeguarding […]

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Location
Swinton, Greater Manchester
Employment Type
Locum
Salary
£28 - 30
Band / Experience
Qualified & Experienced
Work Pattern (FT/PT)
Full time
Required Certifications
SWE
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Salford Council is looking for a qualified and experienced Best Interests Assessor (BIA) to join their Adults Services team on a locum basis. The role involves undertaking Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) assessments and ensuring that decisions made on behalf of adults lacking capacity are lawful, proportionate, and in their best interests.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out Best Interests Assessments in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and DoLS framework.

  • Work collaboratively with mental health assessors, care providers, and families to gather and evaluate relevant information.

  • Provide clear, well-reasoned recommendations regarding authorisations and any necessary conditions.

  • Ensure that assessments are completed within statutory timescales and all documentation is accurate and legally compliant.

  • Offer expert advice on mental capacity and DoLS to social work teams and partner agencies.

  • Keep up to date with legal developments and contribute to best practice within the safeguarding and MCA frameworks.

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