Advanced Practitioner (Social Worker) - Safeguarding Team
Location
Aylesbury, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/20/2026
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Description
Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to work within a dedicated Social Care structure? Are you seeking a varied and interesting case load? Are you looking for a new opportunity in mental health social care, working in our well established Early Resolution and Safeguarding team.
As an Advanced Practitioner you will be leading on complex cases covering inpatients and the community whilst supervising colleagues in ASYE roles across the service.
In 2022, Buckinghamshire Council and Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust renewed their commitment to working jointly to deliver services to people who need mental health support within Buckinghamshire!
You will work closely with secondary health colleagues but with specific responsibility for the delivery of social care functions whilst being responsible for a complex diverse case load within the team.
As an Advanced Practitioner you will report directly to the Social Work Team Manager and work alongside the Social Care Assistant Team Manager. You will also work alongside CMHT and inpatient colleagues to provide and promote a social care perspective and promote a holistic approach to the delivery of care and support.
Your role will include supporting with the undertaking of eligibility decisions and s42's alongside Court of Protection work.
You will have a strong understanding of relevant legal frameworks within which we deliver our duties of care and the ability to communicate legal responsibilities to health colleagues. You will develop good working relationships with key partner agencies both within the Council and third sector providers, whilst being responsible for a complex and diverse case load.
The Advanced Practitioner will supervise the up to two Social Workers completing their ASYE, supporting their development as they embed their learning from training into professional practice. You will bring a strong knowledge of practice and legislation and support the development of knowledge and skills amongst the social care team.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
As an Advanced Practitioner you will be leading on complex cases covering inpatients and the community whilst supervising colleagues in ASYE roles across the service.
In 2022, Buckinghamshire Council and Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust renewed their commitment to working jointly to deliver services to people who need mental health support within Buckinghamshire!
You will work closely with secondary health colleagues but with specific responsibility for the delivery of social care functions whilst being responsible for a complex diverse case load within the team.
As an Advanced Practitioner you will report directly to the Social Work Team Manager and work alongside the Social Care Assistant Team Manager. You will also work alongside CMHT and inpatient colleagues to provide and promote a social care perspective and promote a holistic approach to the delivery of care and support.
Your role will include supporting with the undertaking of eligibility decisions and s42's alongside Court of Protection work.
You will have a strong understanding of relevant legal frameworks within which we deliver our duties of care and the ability to communicate legal responsibilities to health colleagues. You will develop good working relationships with key partner agencies both within the Council and third sector providers, whilst being responsible for a complex and diverse case load.
The Advanced Practitioner will supervise the up to two Social Workers completing their ASYE, supporting their development as they embed their learning from training into professional practice. You will bring a strong knowledge of practice and legislation and support the development of knowledge and skills amongst the social care team.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
Alternatively Contact
Natalie Prescott Team Manager 07920766417
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.
Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Alternatively Contact
Natalie Prescott Team Manager 07920766417
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.
Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.