Senior Practitioner – Access & Duty Team

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Practitioner – Access & Duty Team
Specialism: Adult Social Care
Location: Hackney, London, UK
Salary: £36.00 Per Hour (Umbrella) | £26.72 Per Hour (PAYE)
Type: Ongoing / Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join the Access & Duty Team based in Hackney, London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Adult Social Care professional with strong leadership and supervisory experience. You will support the delivery of high-quality, strengths-based practice, provide guidance and supervision to staff, manage complex cases, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary partners to achieve positive outcomes for adults with complex needs.

Perks and Benefits

• Leadership Opportunity: Support and develop practitioners while promoting high standards of professional practice.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative and experienced Adult Social Care team committed to delivering excellent services.
• Professional Development: Benefit from regular supervision, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Meaningful Work: Make a positive impact by supporting adults with complex needs to maximise their independence and wellbeing.
• Integrated Working: Work closely with health professionals and partner agencies to deliver coordinated, person-centred care.

What You Will Do

• Provide professional supervision, guidance, and support to team members, promoting high standards of practice and continuous improvement.
• Manage and oversee complex assessments, ensuring interventions are strengths-based, outcome-focused, and compliant with relevant legislation.
• Support safeguarding activity, including leading safeguarding enquiries, chairing meetings where appropriate, and ensuring statutory responsibilities are met.
• Allocate work, monitor performance, and support staff development through regular supervision and quality assurance.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, health partners, and community organisations to deliver integrated services.
• Prepare high-quality reports, maintain accurate case records, and ensure compliance with departmental standards and legislative requirements.
• Promote personalised support, enabling adults and carers to make informed choices and maximise independence.
• Contribute to service development, quality assurance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives across Adult Social Care.

Why Hackney

Hackney offers a rewarding environment for Adult Social Care professionals, with a strong commitment to integrated working, strengths-based practice, and continuous professional development. You will have the opportunity to lead practice, support colleagues, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of adults with complex needs while working within a collaborative multidisciplinary service.

Working with Ardent Social

At Ardent Social, we are passionate about connecting experienced social care professionals with high-quality opportunities across the UK. We pride ourselves on providing a transparent, supportive, and professional recruitment experience tailored to your career goals and aspirations.

Apply now to join the Access & Duty Team in Hackney and take the next exciting step in your Adult Social Care career with Ardent Social.