Leeds City Council is seeking a skilled and experienced Advanced Practitioner to join our Learning Disability Service, supporting adults of all ages through a strengths-based approach that promotes empowerment, independence, and person-centred care.
As part of a busy but highly supportive team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality social work practice, managing complex cases, and working collaboratively with partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with adults with learning disabilities and their carers, including those with complex health and social care needs.
Undertake both short-term duty work and longer-term case management.
Apply sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in daily practice.
Manage cases involving safeguarding concerns, risk assessments, and multi-agency working.
Contribute to best practice through reflective supervision and peer learning.
Experience with Court of Protection processes is highly desirable.
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England
Significant experience working in adult social care, ideally within a learning disability setting
Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation including the Care Act and MCA
Ability to manage a complex and varied caseload with confidence
Excellent communication and risk assessment skills
What We Offer:
Competitive hourly rate of £30.98 (Ltd/Umbrella)
Flexible hybrid working - minimum 2 days per week in the office
A supportive and reflective team environment
Opportunity to contribute to meaningful and life-changing outcomes
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond
If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to Shristi Yadav at or call on 01147003826
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Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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