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Adult's Senior Practitioner

Adult's Senior Practitioner

Essex

Up to £38.36 per hour

Contract

Social Work

POSTED ON

16 APRIL 2026

REFERENCE

LHASWSGSENPRAC_1776356392

We are currently looking for an Adult's Senior Practitioner to join our Assesment and Safeguarding Team.

Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 2 years post qualified experience.

About the team

The team acts as the first point of contact when concerns arise about an adult aged 18+ in the community where safety or welfare is in question. They assess risk, investigate safeguarding concerns, and coordinate support plans to protect individuals and promote wellbeing. The team works closely with other professionals and makes decisions in line with the Care Act 2014 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. As a senior practitioner, this role involves advising on complex safeguarding decisions and providing consultancy, supervision and training to internal staff and multi-agency professionals to support.

About you

It is essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of two year's experience within Adult's Social Work. Having a good understanding of safeguarding processes as well as being able to work in a team with a fast-paced environment is key for this position and previous experience working as senior practitioner. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle is required to qualify for this role.

What's on offer?

  • £38.36 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options also available)
  • Hybrid working scheme
  • Short term caseholding
  • Parking available nearby/ onsite

For more information, please get in contact

Liberty Hodder - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07884008267

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Liberty Hodder

Liberty

Hodder

Candidate Consultant

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