Lead Practitioner - Transition team

We are seeking a Lead Practitioner to join our Transition team at Barnet Council. You will promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development of staff and students across Communities, Adults and Health to enhance the quality of practice and staff wellbeing.

You will support the Team Manager to provide clear and responsive practice leadership and supervision and promote the highest professional standards in social care practice. Your goal will be to support people to maintain their health, wellbeing and independence by providing access to good quality information and advice and signposting to local preventative services.

The successful candidate will have:

• Professional qualifications in Social Work and registered with the relevant professional body plus experience and training
• Some Management experience supplemented with relevant training
• Extensive knowledge, experience and understanding of delivering high quality and cost effective services for service users
• Proven depth and breadth of professional experience in case management, handling complex cases in a highly professional and effective manner

In return, we offer:

• 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• A comprehensive Flexible Working Policy
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee well-being training programs