Senior Practitioner

Supertemps Ltd; Colwyn Bay; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday accrual

Corporate Conwy Ffit membership

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Supertemps Ltd is seeking a Senior Practitioner (Children & Families) for a 12-week temporary role in Wales. Based in Colwyn Bay, the position involves managing complex cases, safeguarding investigations and multi-agency collaboration. 37 hours per week, with travel across Conwy and an hourly rate of £31.26.

The role requires a recognised Social Work qualification and current Social Care Wales registration, excellent reporting skills, and the ability to work independently in a busy caseload.

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with current registration.
• Experience with complex casework and safeguarding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; reports are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of children and families with complex needs.
• Complete assessments, risk assessments and safeguarding investigations.
• Collaborate with children, families, carers and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Prepare and present reports and plans for meetings, reviews and Child Protection Conferences.
• Chair meetings and ensure effective care planning and reviews.
• Maintain accurate, timely, outcome-focused case records.
• Work with Social Services, Health, Police and other partners across the community.

Skills

Social work

Communication

Independent working

Time management

Driving licence

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Are you a qualified Social Worker with strong experience working with children and families? Are you confident managing complex cases and safeguarding concerns, while putting children and families at the centre of decision-making?

In the Senior Practitioner (Children & Families) role, you will be:

• Managing a varied caseload of children and families with complex needs
• Completing assessments, risk assessments and safeguarding investigations
• Working closely with children, families, carers and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes
• Preparing and presenting reports and plans for meetings, reviews and Child Protection Conferences
• Chairing meetings where required and ensuring effective care planning and reviews
• Maintaining accurate, timely and outcome-focused case records
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across Social Services, Health, Police and other partner organisations

To be successful, you will need:

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Care Wales
• Experience of complex casework and safeguarding procedures
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance, including the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014/2016 requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing detailed reports
• The ability to work independently, manage a busy caseload and prioritise effectively
• A current Enhanced DBS and driving licence with access to a vehicle, or the ability to travel as required

This is a12-week temporary opportunity (initially), working full time, 37 hours per week. You'll be based in offices in Colwyn Bay with a requirement to travel throughout Conwy, offering an hourly rate of£31.26 per hour + benefits inc. weekly pay, holiday accrual and Corporate Conwy Ffit membership discount.