Advanced Practitioner - Child Protection - Walsall £41.42 ph

Caritas Recruitment Limited; Walsall; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

Caritas Recruitment Limited is seeking an Advanced Practitioner in Child Protection to join its team in Walsall. The role offers a competitive rate of £41.42 per hour and involves leading safeguarding efforts, coordinating multi-agency meetings, and providing expert supervision to social workers.

Applicants should hold a recognised social work qualification, be registered with Social Work England, and have significant experience in child protection.

Qualifications

• A recognized social work qualification (Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in child protection and safeguarding.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans for children and families.
• Providing expert guidance and support to social workers and other team members.
• Leading case conferences and multi-agency meetings to ensure effective collaboration.
• Managing complex cases and providing high-quality supervision.
• Ensuring compliance with local and national safeguarding policies and legislation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision making

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Social Work

DipSW or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Practitioner in Child Protection to join our dynamic team in Walsall. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families, ensuring their safety and well-being. The position offers a competitive rate of £41.42 per hour and requires a proactive approach to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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

• Conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans for children and families.
• Providing expert guidance and support to social workers and other team members.
• Leading case conferences and multi-agency meetings to ensure effective collaboration.
• Managing complex cases and providing high-quality supervision.
• Ensuring compliance with local and national safeguarding policies and legislation.

To be considered for this role, candidates must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in child protection and safeguarding.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

In addition to the essential qualifications, we offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and training. Other benefits include flexible working arrangements, access to employee assistance programs, and a commitment to promoting a healthy work-life balance. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families and have the necessary experience and skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.