Advanced Practitioner – Locality Team

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive hourly rate

Career development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel in Leeds seeks an Advanced Practitioner – Locality Team to manage a caseload of complex child protection cases and lead practice improvements. You will undertake statutory assessments and care planning while mentoring Social Workers and Newly Qualified Social Workers to uphold safeguarding standards.

Join a team focused on QA, multi-agency collaboration, and risk management, within a supportive local authority environment offering flexible hours and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification.
• Evidence of continued professional development in safeguarding.
• Maintain current registration with Social Work England.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex child protection and safeguarding cases.
• Undertake statutory assessments and Section 47 enquiries.
• Provide practice leadership and mentoring to social workers.
• Support Team Managers with QA, auditing, and best practice promotion.
• Chair meetings and contribute to multi-agency planning and risk management.

Skills

Case management

Mentoring

Leadership

Auditing

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Title:
Advanced Practitioner – Locality Team

Specialism:
Social Care

Location:
Leeds, UK

Salary:
£37.00 per hour

Type:
Ongoing | Full Time / Part Time

Advanced Practitioner – Locality Team within Social Care in Leeds UK earning £37.00 Hourly. Ongoing opportunity. Full Time/Part Time options available. Dive into this incredible chance to elevate your career in the heart of Leeds as an Advanced Practitioner within the Locality Team. Perfect for those eager to apply your advanced expertise, you will have the unique opportunity to shape and enhance social care practices while earning an impressive hourly rate.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility to balance work with your personal life while still making a meaningful impact. Whether you prefer full-time engagement or part-time commitment, this role is adaptable to suit your needs.
• Competitive Hourly Rate: At £37.00 per hour, this role offers an excellent earning potential that matches your skills and contributions.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities abound for personal and professional growth with continuous training and development programmes to keep your skills sharp and aligned with the latest practices.
• Work-Life Balance: As a locum, relish the chance to dictate your work schedule, offering a harmony between work and personal pursuits.

What you will do:

• Manage a caseload of complex child protection, court, and safeguarding cases requiring your advanced professional intervention.
• Undertake statutory assessments, conduct Section 47 enquiries, and engage in care planning activities in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Provide practice leadership, mentoring, and case consultation to Social Workers, Newly Qualified Social Workers, and other practitioners in need of your expert guidance.
• Support Team Managers with quality assurance, auditing, and promoting best practice across the service to ensure the highest standards.
• Chair professional meetings while contributing to strategy discussions, multi-agency planning meetings, and risk management processes to foster collaborative outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Hold a degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or an equivalent recognised Social Work qualification.
• Evidence of continued professional development in children’s safeguarding and advanced social work practice is essential.
• Possession of a Practice Educator qualification is desirable.

Registration & Compliance:

• Maintain current registration with Social Work England.

Experience:

• Bring significant post-qualification experience within Children’s Social Care.
• Display substantial experience in managing complex child protection and safeguarding cases.
• Experience in supporting, mentoring, or supervising social work staff will be invaluable to this role.

Working in Leeds offers a vibrant and diverse community, with bustling cultural life, excellent transport links, and a rich array of dining and entertainment options to explore. This dynamic city will provide you with a fulfilling backdrop both professionally and personally. Join us in Leeds – a great place to live and make a real difference in social care!