Advanced Practitioner – Family Help & Child Protection

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full/Part-time

Hourly rate

Professional development

Supportive team

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting an Advanced Practitioner in Family Help & Child Protection in Lambeth. This ongoing, full-time or part-time role offers an attractive hourly rate of £44.50 and a chance to lead safeguarding work within a busy Children’s Social Care team.

You will oversee case loads, supervise staff, and coordinate team meetings to ensure children’s best interests are at the heart of every plan.

Qualifications

• Experience leading family help and child protection cases.
• Strong supervision and team coordination skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Excellent communication with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team's workload to ensure cases reflect children's best interests.
• Prioritize and distribute tasks to maximize available skills while safeguarding.
• Conduct regular supervision meetings to review care plans and practice quality.
• Organize and lead team meetings to discuss performance and issues.

Job description

Advanced Practitioner – Family Help & Child Protection

Job Title:
Advanced Practitioner – Family Help & Child Protection

Specialism:
Children’s Social Care

Location:
Lambeth, UK

Type:
Ongoing, Full Time / Part Time

Step into a vibrant role as an Advanced Practitioner in Family Help & Child Protection within Children’s Social Care in Lambeth. Earn a rewarding hourly rate of £44.50 and enjoy the flexibility of Full Time and Part Time opportunities. This is a unique chance to make a tangible difference in children’s lives while working in a dynamic and engaging environment.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Tailor your work schedule to fit your lifestyle, whether you’re looking to maximise your hours or need more flexibility.
• Competitive Hourly Rate: Benefit from an attractive pay structure while doing meaningful work.
• Professional Development: Enhance your skills with opportunities for further education and training within the council.
• Strong Support System: Work within a nurturing team that values your input and growth.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a role that’s as flexible as your life demands with optional working hours that cater to both early birds and night owls.

What you will do:

• Responsible for overseeing the team’s workload to ensure the case management of every child reflects their best interests.
• Prioritise and distribute tasks among team members, optimising the skills available to ensure child safety remains paramount.
• Conduct regular supervision meetings with each team member, reviewing care plans and practice quality to maintain high performance levels.
• Organise and lead team meetings, fostering open communication within the service to discuss team performance, share information, and address care management issues.

Your impact will go beyond the everyday office job. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding children and supporting families through challenging times.

Lambeth is not just a place to work; it is a community where culture and history meet to create a lively atmosphere. With its eclectic mix of shops, parks, and artistic venues, it’s a fantastic location for both personal and professional growth. Come join our team and help shape the future of children in Lambeth!