Senior Practitioner

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority seeks a Senior Social Worker for a 3-month contract in Birmingham. The role involves managing complex cases, preparing reports for court, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the lives of children and families. Ideal candidates should have substantial experience in statutory children's services.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Senior Social Worker in a statutory children's services setting.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' post-qualification experience working within Children’s Services.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload, including care proceedings and permanency planning.
• Prepare clear, robust reports including Child Permanence Reports and Parenting Assessments.
• Conduct thorough and evidence-informed risk assessments.

Skills

Complex Case Management

Court Representation

Evidence-based Interventions

Risk Assessments

Advocacy Skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker (SWE Registered)

Job description

Contract | CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD | United Kingdom

Posted On 06/06/2025

Job Information

Social / NGO / Health & Care

City Birmingham

Province West Midlands

Postal Code B18

Job Description

3 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

• We are excited to invite applications for a Senior Social Worker to join our vibrant, rewarding, and highly supportive team. This role demands a motivated and experienced practitioner who brings deep expertise in complex case management and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and families. The ideal candidate will take on challenging and rewarding work involving court proceedings, permanency planning, and in-depth family assessments. You will play a crucial role in securing positive outcomes for vulnerable children by delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions and assessments.
  

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Manage a complex caseload, including care proceedings and permanency planning.
  
• Prepare clear, robust reports including:
  • Child Permanence Reports (CPRs)
    
  • Annex A reports
    
  • Parenting Assessments and Viability Assessments
    
  • Final evidence for court submissions
    
• Conduct thorough and evidence-informed risk assessments.
  
• Represent the Trust in court, demonstrating confident presentation and strong advocacy skills.
  
• Ensure timely and effective care planning in line with legislation, guidance, and best practice.
  
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, legal representatives, and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for children.
  
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate and detailed case recordings and documentation.
  
• Contribute to team development and mentoring of less experienced colleagues where appropriate.
  

Essential Experience Required

• Demonstrable experience as a Senior Social Worker in a statutory children's services setting is essential.
  
• Minimum of 3–5 years' post-qualification experience working within Children’s Services is essential.
  

Additional Information to Note

• Working hours: 36.50 hours per week.
  
• The role requires a DBS check.
  

Requirements

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as a Senior Social Worker in a statutory children's services setting
  
• Minimum of 3–5 years' post-qualification experience working within Children’s Services
  
• Qualified Social Worker (SWE registered)