Senior Practitioner - Learning Disabilities

About the role

The Deputy Team Manager will support the Team Manager in delivering high‑quality, person‑centred services to adults with learning disabilities within the Islington Learning Disabilities Partnership. This senior practitioner role combines operational leadership, case oversight and safeguarding responsibilities in a fast‑moving environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Team Manager in day‑to‑day operational management and leadership of a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Allocate, monitor and review workload to ensure timely service delivery.
• Oversee duty systems, triage referrals and ensure high‑quality assessments, support planning and reviews in line with the Care Act 2014.
• Provide supervision, appraisal and professional support to staff, promoting continuous development.
• Lead safeguarding work, manage complex risk cases and ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act, DoLS and Best Interests decision‑making.
• Contribute to Section 117 after‑care responsibilities and manage high‑risk, multi‑agency cases.
• Monitor team performance against statutory duties, KPIs and quality standards.
• Support recruitment, workforce planning and staff retention initiatives.
• Manage complaints, member enquiries and investigations within required timeframes.
• Represent the team at internal and external meetings, including MDT and partnership forums.

Required profile

• Significant experience in managing or supervising multi‑disciplinary teams within health or social care.
• Strong knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and Section 117 responsibilities.
• Proven ability to handle complex safeguarding cases and high‑risk situations.
• Excellent communication and partnership‑working skills.
• Commitment to continuous service improvement and staff development.

Required skills