Lead Practitioner

2 months ago

Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Lincolnshire County Council Full time

Lead Practitioner

We are delighted to offer this recruitment opportunity for a Lead Practitioner within the Sleaford/Spalding Learning disability team. The post is full time and a permanent position.

The Lead Practitioner post is both an exciting and challenging role. For those who love fast paced and 'make a difference' work, this is the position for you. You will need to hold either a Social Work or Nurse qualification and be able to show your registration with SWE/NMC is in date. The nurse qualification does not need to be specific to Learning Disability.

About you

We are proud of our teams and the service we provide; it is important that we recruit the right person for the role. The successful candidate will need the following skills/qualities.

  • Be a strong and confident leader who is motivated, creative and dynamic
  • Be able to manage a diverse staff team effectively and efficiently.
  • Lead and develop your team to achieve continued outstanding results. You and your team must take pride and accountability for services provided.
  • Ensure you promote and maintain a positive and healthy work culture and environment for our staff.
  • Be dynamic in your thinking, have excellent problem-solving skills and the confidence to challenge decisions where needed.
  • Work in a fast-paced and on occasions, high pressure environment with the ability to remain calm, supportive, and professional at all times, a positive role model for our service and Lincolnshire County Council.
  • Ensure your team are working within the financial constraints of our service budget, arranging strength-based cost-effective packages of support
  • Work in partnership with other agencies and stakeholders and where needed arrange and chair multi-disciplinary and best interest meetings
  • Possess a Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the legislation that underpins Adult Care.
  • Safeguarding knowledge must be up to date, and you should be fully familiar with your own and team's responsibilities.
  • Put systems and processes in place to monitor and review your team are on track with their key performance indicators
  • Be able to competently manage any HR issues

    Our expectations are high, and we make no apologies for that. If this sounds like you, then we would love to receive your application.

    PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council. CV's will not be taken into consideration.

    About the Role

    You will manage a team of qualified and unqualified Practitioners. Your team will have an allocated case load which includes complex and high-risk cases. Your team will carry out strength based Adult Needs Assessments and Reviews, working with service users and their families to maximise independence, assessing, and managing identified risks, taking into consideration any informal support provided.

    We work in accordance with the Care Act 2014, we are creative to ensure needs are met. For example, support in the community, voluntary services, or use of equipment such as Telecare. We must ensure the public purse is managed wisely.

    About the Team

    The Learning Disability team take great pride in doing their job well and are passionate about providing the best service they can for the people who access our specialist service.

    Our dedicated team consists of a Lead Practitioner, Qualified Practitioners (Nurses and Social Workers) and Community Care Officers. Our Practitioners possess a wealth of knowledge and skills, they are supportive and nurturing with each member bringing their own skills/qualities and uniqueness to the team.

    The post will be based at either Sleaford – 105 Eastgate, Sleaford NG34 7EN, or Spalding: The Vista, Churchgate, Spalding PE11 2RA

    About our Offer

    We celebrate our Teams achievements and share our experiences. It is important that Practitioners feel appreciated and supported – our staff are our most valued asset. We provide 1-1 meetings and regular team meetings.

    Along with a competitive salary we offer.
    • A Contributory pension
    • Reimbursement for professional registration fees where needed for the role
    • Comprehensive benefits package
    • Career progression opportunities including Practice Educator/AMP and management training where appropriate
    • Flexible working policies
    • A generous annual leave entitlement

      Further details can be found in our rewards and benefits brochure

      If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; Sara Apps, General Manager, Learning Disability Service at

      Interviews will be held W/C 26/08/2024

      Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

      All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

      On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.

      We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

      Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

      Fluency Duty

      In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

  • Theatre Practitioner

    3 months ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Overview Theatre Practitioner The Lincoln Hospital Bank Shifts Salary: Up to £20.00 hour is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.    Circle Health Group are...

  • Theatre Practitioner

    2 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Job SummaryTheatre Practitioner - Circle Health GroupAbout the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Theatre Practitioner to join our team at Circle Health Group, a leading provider of independent healthcare in the UK. As a Theatre Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care in our theatre department.Key ResponsibilitiesSupplement...

  • Theatre Practitioner

    9 hours ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Job SummaryTheatre Practitioner - Circle Health GroupAbout the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Theatre Practitioner to join our team at Circle Health Group, a leading provider of independent healthcare in the UK. As a Theatre Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care in our theatre department.Key ResponsibilitiesSupplement...

  • Theatre Practitioner

    6 hours ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Job SummaryTheatre Practitioner - Circle Health GroupAbout the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Theatre Practitioner to join our team at Circle Health Group, a leading provider of independent healthcare in the UK. As a Theatre Practitioner, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care in our theatre department.Key ResponsibilitiesSupplement...

  • Theatre Practitioner

    3 days ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Job SummaryCircle Health Group, a leading provider of independent healthcare, is seeking a skilled Theatre Practitioner to join their team on a bank shift basis. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, lead a team, and deliver quality care across a range of services.Key ResponsibilitiesSupplement staffing levels during busy...

  • Theatre Practitioner

    3 days ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Circle Health Group Full time

    Job SummaryCircle Health Group, a leading provider of independent healthcare, is seeking a skilled Theatre Practitioner to join their team on a bank shift basis. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, lead a team, and deliver quality care across a range of services.Key ResponsibilitiesSupplement staffing levels during busy...

  • Highly Specialized Practitioner Psychologist

    4 days ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    About the RoleRJA-Consulting is partnering with a leading national healthcare organization to recruit a highly specialized practitioner psychologist for a fantastic opportunity.This role is a crucial part of our community-based team, ensuring that evidence-based interventions are embedded throughout our services. As a practitioner psychologist, you will...

  • Lead Practitioner Psychologist – Recovery Initiatives

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom Turning Point Full time

    Job Overview An exceptional opportunity exists to become a part of a dynamic partnership focused on delivering comprehensive substance use treatment and recovery services. This initiative is a collaboration among leading organizations dedicated to providing high-quality support to individuals facing substance use challenges. Our commitment to a...

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    5 days ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role.Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on...

  • Trainee Practitioner Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role. Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Trainee Practitioner Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role. Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role. Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role. Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    1 week ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role.Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role.Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role.Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    4 days ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role.Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on...

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role.Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist

    3 weeks ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    RJA are delighted to be partnering with a leading national healthcare organisation to recruit for this fantastic role. Our client is at the forefront of helping individuals overcome addiction and take charge of their lives. With a focus on providing personalized support, they are one of the leading providers of substance use services in England and Wales....

  • Highly Specialized Practitioner Psychologist

    2 days ago

    Lincolnshire, United Kingdom RJA-Consulting Full time

    About the RoleRJA-Consulting is partnering with a leading national healthcare organization to recruit a highly specialized practitioner psychologist.This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and experienced psychologist to join our team in Lincolnshire and make a meaningful contribution to the lives of individuals struggling with addiction.Key...