Children & Families Advanced Practitioner — Flexible Practice & Impact

Gloucestershire County Council; Stroud; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority organization in Stroud is seeking an Advanced Practitioner for the Children and Families team. The role requires a registered social worker with senior-level experience, offering support and supervision to team members while ensuring high-quality practices. The position includes a salary range of £48,226 - £51,356 per annum, potential welcome payments, and a range of employee benefits. The council encourages a supportive work environment with opportunities for hybrid working.

Benefits

Welcome payment up to £4,000

Annual retention payment of £2,000

Relocation package up to £8,000

25.5 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England/Wales.
• Experience in social work at a senior level.
• Must have a driving license and be willing to drive.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate complex social work practice through team collaboration.
• Provide reflective supervision to Newly Qualified Social Workers.
• Model the relational systemic practice model.

Skills

Social Work England registration

Experience at Senior Social Worker level

Full driving licence

Enhanced DBS clearance

Education

Recognised qualification in Social Work

Completed ASYE year (if qualified after 2012)

Job description

A local authority organization in Stroud is seeking an Advanced Practitioner for the Children and Families team. The role requires a registered social worker with senior-level experience, offering support and supervision to team members while ensuring high-quality practices. The position includes a salary range of £48,226 - £51,356 per annum, potential welcome payments, and a range of employee benefits. The council encourages a supportive work environment with opportunities for hybrid working.