Senior Practitioner

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative social services agency seeks an experienced Locum Social Worker in Birmingham. The role focuses on court work, permanency planning, and high-quality assessment writing to safeguard children's welfare. The ideal candidate will thrive under pressure and possess excellent communication skills. A competitive hourly rate of £33.30 is offered, alongside a referral bonus for successful placements.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in court work, including presenting robust final evidence.
• Experience writing Child Permanence Reports (CPRs) and Annex A reports.
• Strong analytical and risk assessment skills required.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and achieve the best outcomes for children and families.
• Manage complex cases and tight deadlines effectively.
• Produce high-quality, defensible written work under pressure.

Skills

Court work

Care Planning

Permanency Planning

Child Permanence Reports (CPRs)

Parenting assessments

Risk assessments

Written communication

Analytical skills

Job description

Locum Social Worker Opportunity – Birmingham – Court Work
Rate: £33.30 per hour
Location: Birmingham
Type: Locum | Children's Services – Court Work
Overview:
Birmingham is currently seeking an experienced Locum Social Worker with a strong background in court proceedings, permanency planning, and high-quality assessment writing. This role plays a crucial part in safeguarding and achieving the best outcomes for children and families.
Key Requirements:
We're looking for a candidate with proven expertise in:

• Court work, including presenting robust final evidence
• Care Planning and Permanency Planning
• Writing Child Permanence Reports (CPRs) and Annex A reports
• Conducting parenting assessments, viability assessments, and risk assessments
• Producing high-quality, defensible written work under pressure

Ideal Candidate Profile:
Strong analytical and risk assessment skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Experience managing complex cases and tight deadlines
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, supportive team environment
Referral Opportunity:
If you know a skilled professional who fits this profile, please don’t hesitate to refer them. We are eager to welcome a capable and motivated individual into our dynamic team we offer 350 referral bonus should we successfully place them.

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