As a result of continued expansion and restructure of our service including in relation to the current Deprivation of Liberty Team we are pleased to offer a permanent and fixed term social work post within Adult Social Care. We are looking for highly motivated, qualified social worker/BIA to become a part of a service which is committed to working with customers and carers in a person centred way, using a strengths based approach. Applications are invited from both experienced and newly qualified social workers, who are motivated and committed to the role and proud of the social work profession. andnbsp; You will join the existing MCA andamp; DoLS Team within Sunderland City Council conducting Best Interests Assessments in relation to Mental Capacity Act Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. The primary duties being to undertake Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards assessments under the Mental Capacity Act taking into account case law, the views of all relevant parties, and make recommendations relating to Standard Authorisations and associated conditions. It is essential that you are qualified as a Best Interests Assessor. While you will be based within the new Sunderland City Hall and will be travelling to Managing Authorities in various locations to undertake assessments as required, Sunderland City Council operates agile working. A training programme is afforded to all staff alongside regular supervision and the opportunity for career progression through the Departments Performance Review and Development Scheme. The successful candidate will have- andbull; Excellent communication and social care assessment skills, plus a solid understanding of the relevant statutory frameworks including the Mental Capacity Act and The Care Act. andbull; Ability to evidence and demonstrate best practice. andbull; Ability to work as an individual and within a busy social work team andbull; Ability to meet targets and deadlines, including Data Quality. andbull; The desire and motivation to work closely with care providers, health partners and other professionals. andbull; Social Work qualification and be registered with SW England. andbull; The ability to work a flexible work pattern if required to meet changing demands. This is an excellent opportunity for social workers with a keen interest in the law and ensuring we practice in a manner that is least restrictive for the individuals we work with. Sunderland City Council is committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information or discussion, please contact Lisa Gourley DoLS/LPS Lead/Senior Social Worker 07795224491 or Stephen Laverton Service Manager on 07917073103. Applications should be made on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil. For further assistance contact Operational HR Services by email:andnbsp;jobs@sunderland.gov.uk andnbsp; Please note that CVs are not acceptable. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered online with North East Jobs, including your invitation to any online assessment you are required to undertake and your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other means. Please remember to check your junk mail items. andnbsp;