Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Practice Development Team - Pontefract - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Pontefract; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable personnel agency is seeking an Advanced Social Work Practitioner in Pontefract to lead practice development initiatives in Children's Social Care. This ongoing locum position offers flexible hours and a competitive pay rate of £37.00 per hour, aimed at providing professional guidance and supporting quality improvements. Ideal candidates should have post-qualifying experience and be registered with Social Work England.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Competitive Pay

Professional Growth

Networking Opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Post-qualifying experience in children’s social care.
• Strong analytical and assessment abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead practice development initiatives across Children’s Social Care.
• Support high-quality assessments and interventions.
• Provide expert guidance to partner agencies.

Skills

Social Work

Mentoring

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

BA/MA Social Work, DipSW, CQSW

Job description

Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Practice Development Team

Job Title: Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Practice Development Team
Location: Pontefract, UK
Salary: £37.00 Hourly
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Full Time / Part Time

Join a dynamic team in Pontefract as an Advanced Social Work Practitioner within the Practice Development Team. This ongoing locum opportunity offers flexible full-time or part-time hours and a competitive hourly rate of £37.00, allowing you to balance professional commitments with personal priorities.

Perks and Benefits

Flexible Hours: Full-time or part-time options to suit your lifestyle.

Competitive Pay: £37.00 per hour, recognising your expertise and dedication.

Professional Growth: Access to training, workshops, and resources to enhance your skills.

Locum Flexibility: Benefit from flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance.

Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with professionals across agencies, expanding your skills and network.

Purpose of the Role

Lead practice development initiatives across Children’s Social Care, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based, and reflective practice. Provide professional guidance, mentor colleagues, and support service improvement strategies to enhance outcomes for children, young people, and families.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote strengths-based, child-centred, and trauma-informed practice across teams.
• Support practitioners in delivering high-quality assessments, interventions, and case management.
• Lead the implementation of policy, practice guidance, and statutory frameworks.
• Act as a practice mentor, providing coaching, reflective supervision, and professional consultation.
• Participate in audits, case file reviews, and service evaluations to monitor practice quality.
• Identify trends, learning needs, and areas for improvement to inform service development.
• Develop and deliver training, workshops, and learning sessions for practitioners.
• Collaborate with health, education, police, and voluntary sector partners to ensure coordinated practice.
• Provide expert guidance to partner agencies on social work and safeguarding matters.

Person Specification

• BA/MA Social Work, DipSW, or CQSW.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Post-qualifying experience in children’s social care and practice leadership.
• Statutory children’s social work experience, including safeguarding and child protection.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting social work colleagues.
• Experience leading practice development, quality assurance, or service improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, assessment, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to design, deliver, and evaluate professional development initiatives.
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.
• Commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion.
• Experience with audits, service evaluation, or quality assurance frameworks.
• Experience working in politically sensitive environments or multi‑agency partnerships.
• Knowledge of children with complex needs, including disabilities, mental health, or trauma histories.

About Pontefract

Pontefract is a vibrant town with a welcoming community, beautiful parks, historic sites, and easy access to larger cities. It offers a unique balance of tranquillity and activity, making it an ideal location to live and work while advancing your social work career.

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