Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Children’s Services

JR United Kingdom; Dudley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment group is seeking an experienced Advanced Social Work Practitioner to join Children’s Services in Dudley. This pivotal role involves leading social work practices, supporting staff development, and driving service improvement. Candidates should have significant experience in safeguarding and a strong child-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in statutory settings with children and young people.
• Ability to deliver outcomes in safeguarding and child protection.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Child-focused approach

Emotional resilience

Reflective approach

Performance improvement

Job description

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Client:

Hatched Recruitment Group

Location:

dudley, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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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