Practice Manager – Social Care Qualified

Neway International Ltd; Grays; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Practice Manager – Social Care Qualified to support Thurrock Council in safeguarding children and young people. The role involves conducting risk assessments, collaborating with agencies, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates must be registered with Social Work England, possess a social work degree, and have senior practitioner experience. This temporary role offers a pay rate of £26.69 per hour PAYE and is based in Grays, Essex.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Hybrid working

Flexible arrangements

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Ability to be office-based for a minimum of two days per week.

Responsibilities

• Undertake risk assessments and ensure timely responses to child protection cases.
• Support the MASH team with Early Help and multi-agency collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and local policies.

Skills

Senior Practitioner level experience

Knowledge of thresholds and interventions

Experience within a multi-agency/front door team

Strong understanding of Early Help services

Education

Social work degree/masters

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Neway International are seeking a Practice Manager – Social Care Qualified to join our client, Thurrock Council.

Location: Civic Offices, New Road, Grays, Essex, RM17 6SL
Hours: 37.5 per week
Start Date: 01 December 2025
End Date: 38 Weeks (Temporary – Maternity Cover)
Pay Rates: PAYE £26.69 per hour / Ltd/Umbrella £35.51 per hour
IR35 Status: Inside

About the Client

Thurrock Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people, working closely with partners and communities to deliver effective services. The Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach, offering staff the opportunity to make a real difference in shaping the future success of the borough.

The Role

We are recruiting a Practice Manager to join the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) within Children’s Services. This is a senior practitioner role, covering maternity leave, and offers a unique opportunity to support the MASH team in assessing risk, managing thresholds for intervention, and promoting the welfare of children and young people in Thurrock.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake risk assessments and ensure timely responses to child protection, children in need, and Early Help cases.
• Support the MASH team with Early Help, information sharing, and multi-agency collaboration.
• Deputise for the team/deputy manager where required.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, and local policies.
• Promote safeguarding and signpost cases to appropriate services.

Candidate Requirements

• Registered with Social Work England and hold a social work degree/masters.
• Senior Practitioner level experience.
• Enhanced DBS required.
• Experience within a multi-agency/front door team.
• Strong understanding of thresholds and interventions.
• Knowledge of universal support and Early Help services.
• Ability to be office-based for a minimum of two days per week.

Why Thurrock?

Thurrock offers a diverse and growing community, excellent transport links to London, and a vibrant mix of cultural, retail, and leisure opportunities. Staff benefits include generous annual leave, hybrid working, and flexible arrangements.