Advance/Senior Practitioner

Stoke-on-Trent City Council; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an Advanced / Senior Practitioner for their Children in Care Team. This role demands qualified Social Workers with a commitment to child-centred practice and a minimum of three years of experience. You will coordinate care plans, engage with children, and help build their independent living skills. A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

Qualifications

• ASYE completed and minimum 3 years post-qualified experience.
• Proven experience in supporting and mentoring others.
• Strong direct work skills with children.

Responsibilities

• Complete statutory duties and coordinate care plans.
• Engage children meaningfully in their plans and reviews.
• Support children to prepare for independent living.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Supervisory / Practice Development

Relationship Building

Permanency Planning

Child-Centred Practice

Restorative Approaches

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

🌟 Advanced / Senior Practitioner - Children in Care Team 🌟

📍 Location: Stoke-on-Trent

🕗 Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00

💷 Pay: Up to £33.30/hour (Umbrella)

💡 About the Role

An exciting and unique opportunity has arisen to join our dedicated Children in Care Teams in Stoke-on-Trent! 💙

We're seeking aspirational, dynamic, and compassionate Social Workers who are passionate about supporting children and young people to thrive and reach their full potential. 🌈

You’ll work directly with children in care, ensuring their plans are tailored, aspirational, and centred around their individual needs, helping them understand their journey and achieve permanency through Adoption, Special Guardianship, or independent living. 🏡💫

🔍 What We’re Looking For

✅ Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

✅ ASYE completed + minimum 3 years post‑qualified experience

✅ Proven experience in:

• Supervisory / Practice Development roles
• Supporting and mentoring others
• Contributing to professional learning and team growth

✅ Strong skills in direct work, relationship building, and permanency planning

✅ A commitment to child‑centred practice and restorative approaches 🤝

💼 What You’ll Do

✨ Complete statutory duties and coordinate care plans

✨ Engage children meaningfully in their plans and reviews

✨ Work closely with the Contact Service to promote family time and lasting relationships

✨ Support children to build strong networks and prepare for independent living

✨ Contribute to the development and learning of colleagues and students within the team

What happens now?

If you’re passionate about making a real difference and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you! Apply on below post

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We look forward to hearing from you!