Advanced Practitioner - Child Protection - Lincolnshire

Caritas Recruitment; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment is seeking an Advanced Practitioner in Child Protection in Lincolnshire to lead frontline social work practice and safeguard children. You will supervise, mentor, and support teams while ensuring adherence to local and national policies.

The successful candidate will bring substantial post-qualification experience in child protection, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic local authority.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent.
• Significant post-qualification experience in child protection.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex case assessments and provide guidance to social work teams.
• Develop and implement child protection plans with families and external agencies.
• Conduct regular supervision and mentoring for social workers.
• Ensure compliance with local and national child protection policies and procedures.
• Participate in multi-agency meetings and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Case leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

CQSW / DipSW or equivalent

Job description

Are you a dedicated and experienced social worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families? We are seeking an Advanced Practitioner in Child Protection to join our dynamic team in Lincolnshire. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and support frontline social work practice, ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable children in our community.

As an Advanced Practitioner, you will be responsible for a range of key duties, including:

• Leading complex case assessments and providing expert guidance to social work teams.
• Developing and implementing child protection plans in collaboration with families and external agencies.
• Conducting regular supervision and mentoring for social workers, enhancing their professional development.
• Ensuring compliance with local and national child protection policies and procedures.
• Participating in multi-agency meetings and contributing to strategic planning initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess essential qualifications and skills, including:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Significant post-qualification experience in child protection or safeguarding.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team environment.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing professional development opportunities, and access to employee assistance programs. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in Lincolnshire.