Senior Practitioner

Civic Recruitment Limited; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in Peterborough (UK) is seeking an experienced Social Worker for a 3‑month contract with a Local Authority. The role pays £42.50 per hour under an umbrella arrangement and requires an Enhanced DBS with barred list.

You will manage a complex caseload of children, young people and families, conduct statutory assessments and care planning, and provide leadership and mentoring to less experienced staff while ensuring safeguarding and compliance.

Qualifications

• Post-qualifying Social Work experience (minimum 2 years).
• Experience handling complex cases with children, young people and families.
• Experience in statutory assessments, care planning and intervention work.
• Registration with the relevant Social Work professional body.

Responsibilities

• Handle a complex caseload of children, young people and families, with assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with families and partner agencies to plan effective support.
• Plan, implement and review services to achieve positive outcomes.
• Assist the Team Manager in supervising and developing social workers.
• Lead practice within the team to promote safeguarding and high standards.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to less experienced staff and ASYE students.
• Act as a Practice Educator for ASYE and students.

Skills

Team Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder Liaison

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Peterborough, United Kingdom | Posted on 28/10/2026

Job Description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Enhanced DBS with barred list required

Summary

• This is a 3-month contract position with a Local Authority, offering a pay rate of £42.50 per hour under an umbrella arrangement. The role requires an Enhanced DBS with a barred list. The primary responsibility is to manage a complex caseload involving children, young people, and families. The position involves conducting assessments, planning, and delivering interventions to ensure their safety and well-being. The successful candidate will provide leadership, mentoring, and support to less experienced staff, contribute to service development, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and safeguarding legislation. The role allows for a high degree of autonomy while maintaining regular supervision and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Handle a complex caseload of children, young people, and families, conducting assessments and interventions in compliance with statutory and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with children, families, and partner agencies to assess needs and create effective support plans.
• Plan, implement, and review services and interventions to achieve positive outcomes for service users.
• Assist the Team Manager in supervising and developing Social Workers and other professional staff as needed.
• Serve as a practice lead within the team, promoting high standards of professional practice and safeguarding.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to less experienced practitioners and newly appointed staff.
• Act as a Practice Educator for ASYE and student Social Workers when appropriate.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of post-qualifying Social Work experience.
• Experience managing complex cases involving children, young people, and families.
• Experience in conducting statutory assessments, care planning, and intervention work.
• Degree in Social Work or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Registration with the relevant Social Work professional body.

Additional Information

• Working hours are 37 hours per week.
• An Enhanced DBS with a barred list is required.
• The role is based at Sand Martin House, with a minimum of 2 days in the office.
• Payments are made on a bi-weekly schedule.