Advanced Practitioner - Non case Holding Children's Services

Stockton-on-tees Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK seeks an Advanced Practitioner to undertake specialist assessments and provide evidence-based reports supporting care planning. Collaborating with social workers and managers, you will work on complex cases and participate in legal meetings. A qualified Social Worker registered in England with experience in assessments and a strong skill set in analysis and communication is essential. This role emphasizes autonomy and managing competing priorities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in completing complex assessments and producing high-quality reports.
• Knowledge of specialist frameworks such as ParentAssess, AIM3, and CASPR is desirable.
• The ability to work autonomously is essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist assessments including ParentAssess and viability assessments.
• Provide evidence-based reports to support care planning and court proceedings.
• Work collaboratively with social workers and multi-agency professionals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Tools

ParentAssess

AIM3

CASPR

Job description

As an Advanced Practitioner, you will:

Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist assessments including ParentAssess, sibling and parenting assessments, viability assessments, and AIM frameworks.
• Provide clear, evidence‑based reports to support care planning and court proceedings.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, managers, and multi‑agency professionals to support decision‑making in complex cases.
• Attend key meetings such as Legal Planning Meetings and Court Hearings.
• Keep up to date with legislation, guidance, and best practice in children’s social care.

Qualifications & Experience

• A qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Proven experience in completing complex assessments and producing high‑quality reports.
• Knowledge of specialist frameworks such as ParentAssess, AIM3, and CASPR (desirable).
• Strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills.
• The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.