Advanced Practitioner - Child Protection - Leeds City

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited in Leeds is seeking an Advanced Practitioner in Child Protection to lead safeguarding work and support vulnerable children and families in a dynamic, supportive team. You will coordinate complex cases with families and other professionals, and guide junior staff.

The role requires a recognized social work qualification, registration with Social Work England, and a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience in child protection, with strong analytical,

Qualifications

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., DipSW, BA/MA Social Work).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• A minimum of 3 years’ post-qualifying experience in child protection or related fields.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complex situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with children, families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing complex child protection cases, ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
• Conducting thorough assessments and developing comprehensive care plans with families and other professionals.
• Providing expert guidance and support to junior staff and students.
• Engaging with multi-agency partners to coordinate effective interventions and services.
• Contributing to the development of policies and practices that enhance child protection services.

Skills

Leading complex cases

Assessments & care planning

Mentoring staff

Multi-agency collaboration

Policy development input

Education

DipSW / BA/MA Social Work

Job description

Join our dedicated team in Leeds City as an Advanced Practitioner in Child Protection, where your expertise will make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families. This role is ideal for experienced social workers who are passionate about safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and who thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As an Advanced Practitioner, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing complex child protection cases, ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
• Conducting thorough assessments and developing comprehensive care plans in collaboration with families and other professionals.
• Providing expert guidance and support to junior staff and students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Engaging with multi-agency partners to coordinate effective interventions and services for children and families.
• Contributing to the development of policies and practices that enhance child protection services.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., DipSW, BA/MA Social Work).
• Registration with Social Work England.
• A minimum of 3 years’ post-qualifying experience in child protection or related fields.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complex situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with children, families, and professionals.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional growth and work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing training opportunities, and access to employee assistance programs. If you are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to create a safer and brighter future for all.