Advanced Practitioner - Childrens - Social Care Qualified

Neway International Ltd; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work recruitment agency seeks an Advanced Practitioner for Lincolnshire County Council in children's social care. This pivotal role focuses on decision-making at the Social Care Front Door, screening contacts, and advising partners for the best support for families. Applicants should have a social work qualification, extensive experience, and a passion for enhancing outcomes for children. The position offers a blend of remote and office work, underlining a commitment to high-quality social work practice.

Qualifications

• Recognised social work qualification and registration required.
• Significant social work experience with relevant legislation knowledge is essential.
• Passion for achieving the best outcomes for children and families is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess contacts regarding children and young people.
• Provide consultations to guide partner agencies on appropriate support.
• Contribute to decision-making at the Social Care Front Door.

Skills

Strong understanding of Social Care Intervention thresholds

Excellent communication skills

Effective time management and organisational skills

Strengths-based, creative approach to problem-solving

Education

Recognised social work qualification and Social Work England registration

Job description

Neway International are seeking an Advanced Practitioner – Children’s Social Care Qualified to join our client, Lincolnshire County Council.

Location: Main Building, Newland, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN1 1YL
Hours: 37 per week
Start Date: 05 January 2026
Duration: ongoing
Pay Rates: PAYE £29.51 per hour / Limited/Umbrella £40.00 per hour
Work Pattern: 2 days remote, 3 days office-based

About the Client

Lincolnshire County Council’s Children’s Services are nationally recognised and rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Their practice model, Signs of Safety, is underpinned by restorative practice, ensuring the strengths of families and their networks are honoured while the voice of the child remains central to every plan. This is a forward-thinking authority committed to delivering high-quality social work practice and supporting staff with strong peer networks, supervision, and access to excellent training and wellbeing resources.

The Role

As an Advanced Practitioner within the Social Care Screening Team, you will play a pivotal role in decision-making at the front door of Children’s Services. This is a non-case holding position, focused on screening contacts about children and young people, advising partner agencies, and determining the right level of support required for families. You will work collaboratively with Social Care, Early Help colleagues, and external partners to ensure effective safeguarding and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Screen and assess contacts regarding children and young people.
• Provide consultations to guide partner agencies on appropriate support.
• Contribute to decision-making at the Social Care Front Door.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to safeguard children.
• Support emotional resilience through peer networks, supervision, and training.

Candidate Requirements

• Recognised social work qualification and Social Work England registration.
• Significant social work experience with in-depth knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Strong understanding of Social Care Intervention thresholds.
• Commitment to social work values and restorative practice.
• Strengths-based, creative, and innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Passion for achieving the best outcomes for children and families.