Senior Practitioner - Early Intervention & Access Social Work

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 98,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible Working

Wellbeing Framework

Flexi time

Job summary

Perth and Kinross Council is hiring a Senior Practitioner for the Early Intervention and Access Social Work Team at Almondbank House. The post involves leading staff, chairing meetings, and handling a small caseload of complex cases across Perth and Kinross.

You will produce assessments, attend multi‑agency forums, and drive rights‑based, person‑centred practice. The role requires a Social Work degree, SSSC registration, and a management qualification or willingness to pursue it, with a UK

Qualifications

• Social Work Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Registration with the SSSC and ongoing annual membership.
• Leadership experience and management qualification or willingness to train.

Responsibilities

• Case holding and management for complex child welfare and protection cases.
• Supervisory role with a small team of senior social care officers.
• Produce assessments, minutes and represent at multi‑agency forums.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Education

Social Work Degree

SSSC registration

Management qualification SCQF9+

Job description

Perth and Kinross Council is hiring a Senior Practitioner for the Early Intervention and Access Social Work Team at Almondbank House. The post involves leading staff, chairing meetings, and handling a small caseload of complex cases across Perth and Kinross.

You will produce assessments, attend multi‑agency forums, and drive rights‑based, person‑centred practice. The role requires a Social Work degree, SSSC registration, and a management qualification or willingness to pursue it, with a UK