Focus Independent Adult Social Work C.I.C
Lead Officer Mental Capacity Act & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
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Lead Officer - Mental Capacity Act (MCA) & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
Employer: Focus Independent Adult Social Work
Are you an experienced social work leader with significant expertise in the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and Safeguarding adults?
We are seeking an exceptional professional to join us in a newly created role, as Lead Officer - MCA & DoLS, providing strategic and operational leadership across North East Lincolnshire. This is a unique opportunity to influence system-wide practice, drive continuous improvement, and ensure that the rights, freedoms and wellbeing of some of our most vulnerable residents remain at the centre of everything we do.
As the lead professional for MCA and DoLS across the area, you will work closely with Adult Social Care, health partners, providers, legal services and the Safeguarding Adults Board to ensure high-quality, legally compliant and person-centred practice. You will also play a key role in the development, implementation and co-ordination of North East Lincolnshire’s system wide response to the supreme court ruling regarding deprivation of liberty safeguards.
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About You
We are looking for a strong and credible leader who combines strategic vision with expert professional knowledge. You will have significant experience in Adult Social Care and Safeguarding, with experience of MCA and DoLS practice, and Court of Protection work.
You will have either a Social Work qualification, or a nursing qualification and be registered with Social Work England or NMC and hold a Best Interests Assessor qualification.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to lead one of the most important specialist functions within Adult Social Care at a time of significant legal and policy change.
You will have the chance to:
- Shape MCA and DoLS practice across an entire health and social care system.
- Lead and influence strategic developments in safeguarding and adult social care.
- Drive innovation, learning and workforce development.
- Work alongside committed partners who share a passion for improving outcomes.
- Make a meaningful difference by championing the rights and freedoms of adults at risk.
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If you are an experienced and passionate leader looking to influence practice at a strategic level while championing the principles of human rights, choice and person-centred care, we would love to hear from you.
Details:
- Salary: £54,131 - £60,000
- Location: Heritage House, Fishermans Wharf, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 1SY
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Flexible Hours/Full Time
- Hours: 34 hours per week.
- DBS Check: Enhanced
- Closing Date: 02/09/2026 at 23:55
- Reference: FIASW/26/343003
Contact Information:
Rebecca Ardis
Head of Safeguarding
Tel: 0300 330 2815
People Services Team
Tel: 0300 330 2830
We look forward to hearing from you!
CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 2 September 2026
INTERVIEW DATE: Friday 11 September 2026
How to apply
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CV's.
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