Location
Tooley Street, Southwark

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£57,495 per annum

About the Role
Do you see yourself leading innovative practice that supports both adults with mental health needs and their carers? Can you use your expertise to strengthen services and empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Care and Support Team (CAST) is looking for a passionate and dedicated Advanced Practitioner to join our amazing team and help make a difference today.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on a dual role that combines direct practice with strategic leadership in enhancing support for informal carers. As an Advanced Practitioner, you’ll play a pivotal part in improving outcomes for adults with complex mental health needs and strengthening our approach to carer support across Southwark.

Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the Carer Support function by developing and coordinating our carer support offer in line with the Care Act 2014
- Overseeing carer assessments and improving pathways across services
- Providing line management for the Assistant Practitioner (Carers)
- Acting as a Senior Practitioner within CAST by managing a small caseload of complex and high-profile cases
- Mentoring and supporting colleagues
- Participating in the duty senior rota to ensure high standards of practice across the team

This role offers the opportunity to influence practice, shape service delivery, and support both residents and colleagues within a dynamic and supportive environment.

About the Team
The Care and Support Team (CAST) is part of Southwark Council’s Adult Social Care division and plays a key role in delivering specialist mental health support across the borough. We are a diverse, multi-disciplinary team committed to promoting independence, inclusion, and dignity for all adults.

As part of Southwark, you’ll benefit from:
- A supportive and inclusive culture that values wellbeing and professional growth
- Ongoing training and leadership development opportunities
- Family-friendly policies and flexible working options
- Generous annual leave entitlement and membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme

Experience
- Proven experience working with adults with complex mental health needs
- Experience in managing complex and high-profile cases
- Strong partnership working skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across agencies and disciplines

About you
- Confident and motivated professional combining strong frontline skills with leadership and influence
- Creative and committed to improving outcomes for adults and their carers
- Ability to mentor and support colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment

Qualifications
- Social Work qualification with registration with Social Work England
- In-depth knowledge of Adult Social Care legislation, mental health practice, and safeguarding
- Solid understanding of the challenges faced by informal carers and barriers to accessing support