Senior Practitioner

Civic Recruitment Limited; Aston; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free On-Site Parking

Bi-Weekly Pay

Hybrid Working

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited invites applications for a Senior Practitioner to join the Section 47 Duty Team within Children’s Services in Aston. The role concentrates on Section 47 enquiries and 15-day Section 17 assessments, with cases transitioned to long-term teams after safeguarding tasks are completed.

Caseloads are intentionally kept low to sustain high-quality safeguarding practice. The post offers hybrid working (2 days in the office per week), supportive management, and ongoing training

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker.
• Active Social Work England registration.
• Extensive experience in Children's Safeguarding Services.
• Experience with Section 47 Enquiries.
• Experience with Section 17 Assessments.
• Experience with Child Protection Investigations.
• Experience with Safeguarding Assessments.
• Experience in Duty, Assessment, or Front Door Services.
• Strong risk management and safeguarding decision-making.
• Excellent report writing and assessments.
• Ability to work independently in fast-paced settings.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Section 47 enquiries.
• Conduct 15-day Section 17 assessments.
• Manage complex safeguarding and child protection cases.
• Participate in the duty rota for new safeguarding referrals.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior Social Workers.
• Chair professional meetings and engage in multi-agency planning.
• Conduct statutory visits, assessments, and care planning tasks.
• Prepare court reports and provide expert testimony as needed.
• Support quality assurance and service enhancements.
• Collaborate with education, health, police, and partner agencies to ensure child safety.

Skills

Risk management

Report writing

Independent working

Leadership

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Active Social Work England registration

Job description

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.  That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

Senior Practitioner - Section 47 Duty Team – 3 Month Contract

Location: One Avenue Road, Aston, Birmingham, B6 4DU

Contract: 3 Month Contract

Working Pattern: Hybrid Working (2 Days Per Week in the Office)

Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Practitioner to join our dynamic Section 47 Duty Team within Children's Services. This team is pivotal in conducting Section 47 enquiries and 15-day Section 17 assessments. Once these assessments and safeguarding tasks are completed, cases are transitioned to long-term teams. With a focus on delivering high-quality safeguarding interventions, caseloads are intentionally kept low, typically involving 3-4 children per Social Worker. The ideal candidate will be a skilled safeguarding practitioner ready to contribute effectively after a brief induction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Section 47 enquiries.
• Conduct 15-day Section 17 assessments.
• Handle complex safeguarding and child protection cases.
• Participate in the duty rota to manage new safeguarding referrals.
• Offer professional leadership and mentorship to junior Social Workers.
• Chair professional meetings and engage in multi-agency planning.
• Perform statutory visits, assessments, reports, and care planning tasks.
• Prepare court reports and provide expert testimony as needed.
• Advocate for best practices and support quality assurance and service enhancements.
• Collaborate with education, health, police, and partner agencies to ensure child safety.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker.
• Active Social Work England registration.
• Extensive experience in Children's Safeguarding Services.
• Section 47 Enquiries
• Section 17 Assessments
• Child Protection Investigations
• Safeguarding Assessments
• Experience in Duty, Assessment, or Front Door Services.
• Competence in risk management and making informed safeguarding decisions.
• Strong skills in report writing and assessments.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred.

What's on Offer?

• 3 Month Contract
• Hybrid Working
• Free On-Site Parking
• Bi-Weekly Pay
• Manageable caseloads, typically 3-4 children.
• Supportive and experienced management team.
• Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Engage in high-quality safeguarding work with manageable workloads.

Suitable for: Senior Practitioners, Advanced Practitioners, Safeguarding Social Workers, Assessment Social Workers, Duty Social Workers, Child Protection Social Workers, and Front Door Social Workers.