About the vacancy Vacancy ID: 2727
Organisation: Carmarthenshire County Council
Number of vacancies: 2
Contract type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Carmarthen
Grade: Social Worker
Salary: £39,152 up to £47,181*
If part time and/or term time, the full time salary quoted (based on 37hrs) will be pro-rata'd accordingly
Hourly Rate : £20.29 up to £24.46*
Contract Hours 37 hours per week
Come and join our team An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dedicated DoLS team as a Mental Capacity Advanced Assessor. You will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the rights of adults who may lack capacity, ensuring compliance with the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005 and the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) framework.
As an Advanced Assessor, you will undertake complex mental capacity assessments and Best Interest assessments, provide expert advice, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our service. You will work closely with individuals, families, care providers, and other professionals to ensure person-centred, lawful, and high-quality practice.
Key Responsibilities- Complete Mental Capacity and Best Interests Assessments under the MCA 2005 and DoLS framework.
- Where necessary prepare and submit Community DoLS applications to the Court of Protection.
- Liaise with individuals, families, representatives, care providers, and professionals to gather information and ensure person-centred practice.
- Ensure recommendations and conditions from DoLS assessments are followed up appropriately.
- Advise professionals, partner agencies, and family members about the MCA and DoLS procedure.
- Identify and refer for Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCAs) or Rule 1.2 Representatives as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments and decisions.
- Provide expert advice and support to internal teams and external stakeholders on DoLS and MCA matters.
- Participate in relevant training activities and contribute to multi-agency team working.
- Act as a link worker, advising other professionals in areas of expertise.
- Provide learning opportunities for qualified professionals undertaking training under the direction of the team manager.
- Contribute to policy development, best practice guidance, and quality assurance within the team.
About You- Qualified professional with relevant registration.
- Substantial experience in mental capacity and best interests assessments.
- In-depth knowledge of the MCA 2005, DoLS, and associated Code of Practice.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and promoting the rights of vulnerable adults.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Willingness to undertake further training and development.
What We Offer- Comprehensive induction and regular professional supervision.
- Agile/hybrid and flexible working options.
- Supportive management and a committed team.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression via the Experienced practitioner framework.
- Access to staff wellbeing support and a generous benefits package.
Ready to make a difference?Apply now and join our passionate team where your expertise will help safeguard the rights and wellbeing of some of the most vulnerable members of our community.
For more information, please contact:Rachel Field, Team Manager - Safeguarding & DoLS
Email: rfield@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Phone: 01267 228991
* Progression beyond pay point £42,839, up to the maximum of £47,181 is subject to a progression panel assessment under the Authority's 'Social Work Experienced Practitioner Progression Framework'**
**Experienced Practitioner Progression Framework
The 'Framework' recognises Social Workers who have completed their consolidation programme, and who routinely undertake complex social work practice. It also recognises those Social Workers who undertake relevant post qualifying, CPD programmes and research, which could include being a Practice Educator who has 2nd and 3rd year Students, or an AMHP licenced and practicing within the Authority.
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DBS level: An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk
Welsh language level - verbal Level 2 - You will need a basic level of conversational Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level.
Closing Date: 15/02/2026, 23:55
The Rewards We're proud to offer a range of benefits to our staff. Please note that the examples shown are just some of what may be available, and eligibility can vary depending on your role or contract type. For instance, certain benefits may not apply to casual workers .
- Competitive salary
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave
- Access to staff health and wellbeing support
- Personal development and career progression
- Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
Additional Information We are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those we care for and serve. We make sure all our staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on our redeployment pool. Eligibility: You will be asked about your nationality and if you are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to find out if you are eligible to apply for this vacancy. This is a requirement for working within the Council or partner organisations: https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work.
P lease Note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage in the process that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or the offer retracted.
How to Apply: All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. If you have an impairment which prevents you from applying online, please email: jobs@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or contact 01267 234567 and ask for 'Recruitment' to discuss alternative arrangements to support you in the process.
Please see the 'How we Recruit' guidance on the Careers Page for more information on the recruitment process.
