Advanced Practitioner

Charles Hunter Associates; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 51,356; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Free parking

Local Authority Pension scheme

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates is recruiting for an Advanced Practitioner in the Family Safeguarding service in the Wiltshire area. The permanent, full‑time role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to contribute to safeguarding outcomes.

You will hold a social work degree with post‑qualification experience in Children’s Social Work and a solid understanding of current fostering legislation. Salary up to £51,356 with relocation, parking and pension benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a social work degree with post‑qualification experience in Children’s Social Work.
• Up‑to‑date understanding of relevant fostering legislation.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs and risks of children and families.
• Safeguard children and promote their welfare.
• Work with parents to address issues such as mental health, substance misuse, and domestic abuse.
• Develop and review child protection and support plans.
• Coordinate support with partner agencies and professionals.
• Manage risk and support families to make positive changes.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

A Local Authority is looking for Advanced Practitioner for their Family Safeguarding service in the Wiltshire area. This is a permanent and full‑time position that is hybrid working.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available).

About the team

This organisation prioritises your wellbeing and professional growth. They offer manageable caseloads and meaningful supervisions to staff.

About the job

• Assess the needs and risks of children and families.
• Safeguard children and promote their welfare.
• Work with parents to address issues such as mental health, substance misuse, and domestic abuse.
• Develop and review child protection and support plans.
• Coordinate support with partner agencies and professionals.
• Manage risk and support families to make positive changes.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post‑qualification experience in Children’s Social Work while having an up‑to‑date understanding of relevant fostering legislation. This is a growing team with long‑term potential to progress into a senior position and beyond when opportunities arise.

What's on offer?

• A salary up to £51,356 dependent on experience
• Relocation package
• Free parking
• Local Authority Pension scheme

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham

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