Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Children’s Services

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the social services sector is seeking an Advanced Social Work Practitioner for its Children’s Services team in Birmingham. This role involves leading effective social work practice, managing complex cases, and supporting the development of less experienced staff. Candidates should demonstrate emotional resilience and a strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and young people in statutory settings.
• Ability to support performance improvement and training.
• Understanding of legislation and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead restorative social work practice across the team.
• Manage complex caseload involving safeguarding and adoption.
• Provide guidance and support for social workers.

Skills

Child-focused approach

Emotional resilience

Reflective approach

Ability to challenge poor practice

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Client:

Hatched Recruitment Group

Location:

birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Children’s Services

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Advanced Social Work Practitioner to join our Children’s Services team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to take on a pivotal role supporting the development and delivery of high-quality social work practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and model effective, restorative social work practice across the team
• Manage a complex caseload involving safeguarding, looked after children, and adoption
• Provide guidance, support, and development for social workers and less experienced colleagues
• Contribute to group supervision, practice development, and quality assurance
• Drive high standards and continuous improvement in service delivery
• Extensive experience working with children and young people in statutory settings
• Proven ability to deliver strong outcomes in safeguarding and child protection
• Demonstrated success in leading and improving practice standards
• Understanding and application of relevant legislation, policy, and frameworks
• Supporting the development of ASYE social workers or students
• Contributing to or delivering staff training and supervision

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Strong child-focused approach and commitment to best outcomes
• Emotional resilience and ability to perform effectively during change
• Constructive and reflective approach to personal and team development
• Ability to challenge poor practice and support performance improvement

Additional Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS check (including barred list checks if applicable)
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance
• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and safeguarding