Senior Practitioner

Civic Recruitment Limited; Lifford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, seeks a seasoned Senior Practitioner for Children’s Services on a 3-month contract, hybrid—2 office days, 3 remote. You will lead complex cases, mentor social workers and collaborate with the Team Manager to boost practice standards.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, multi-agency working, court involvement and professional guidance to staff. Ideal candidates have SW England registration and a strong track record in child protection.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with active Social Work England registration.
• Extensive experience in Children’s Social Care.
• Proven track record in complex child cases.
• Experience mentoring Social Workers and leading practice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a caseload of children, young people and families with complex needs.
• Conduct assessments and interventions in line with statutory guidelines.
• Lead practice and provide mentorship to colleagues.
• Support Team Manager to raise practice standards.
• Represent Children’s Services at multi-agency meetings, conferences and court proceedings.
• Drive service improvement and practice development.
• Build partnerships with families and partner agencies.

Skills

Leadership & mentorship

Risk assessment

Multi-agency collaboration

Communication skills

Case management

Education

Qualified Social Worker with SW England registration

Job description

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 01/09/2026

Job Information

Social / NGO / Health & Care

City Stirchley

Province West Midlands

Postal Code B30

Job Description

Location: 45 Fordhouse Lane, Stirchley, Birmingham, B30 3BN

Contract: 3 Month Contract

Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2 Days Office-Based / 3 Days Remote

Hours: Full Time

Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Practitioner to join our Children's Services team on a temporary basis. This role is pivotal in enhancing the quality of social work practices and achieving better outcomes for children, young people, and their families. The position involves managing complex cases and providing leadership in practice, offering professional advice, mentorship, and support to Social Workers. You will collaborate closely with the Team Manager to uphold and elevate practice standards across the service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a challenging caseload involving children, young people, and families with complex needs.
  
• Conduct thorough assessments, interventions, and make informed decisions in line with legal and statutory guidelines.
  
• Serve as a lead practitioner, offering professional guidance to colleagues.
  
• Mentor and support less experienced and newly qualified Social Workers.
  
• Foster high-quality practice through informal supervision, case discussions, and quality assurance.
  
• Engage in service improvement and practice development efforts.
  
• Establish strong partnerships with children, families, professionals, and partner agencies.
  
• Provide expertise in safeguarding and advocate for positive outcomes for children.
  
• Participate in performance monitoring and reporting.
  
• Represent Children's Services in various settings, including:
  • Multi-agency meetings
    
  • Child protection conferences
    
  • Strategy meetings
    
  • Court proceedings
    
  • Professional forums
    
• Assist the Team Manager in achieving service goals and maintaining high practice standards.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with active Social Work England registration.
  
• Extensive experience in Children's Social Care.
  
• Proven track record in managing complex children's cases.
  
• Strong background in safeguarding and child protection.
  
• Experience in areas such as:
  • Child Protection
    
  • Children in Need
    
  • Assessment
    
  • Safeguarding
    
  • Looked After Children
    
• Experience in mentoring and supporting Social Workers.
  
• Excellent skills in risk assessment and decision-making.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and children's social care practices.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-agency setting.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Experience with court work and presenting professional evidence confidently.
  
• Previous experience as a Senior Practitioner, Advanced Practitioner, or Practice Lead.
  
• Qualification as a Practice Educator.
  
• Experience in supporting quality assurance and practice improvement initiatives.
  

What's on Offer?

• 3 Month Contract
  
• Hybrid Working – 2 Days Office / 3 Days Remote
  
• Bi-weekly Pay
  
• Opportunity to work within a supportive Children's Services team.
  
• Key role in influencing practice standards and outcomes for children and families.
  
• Potential for contract extension.
  

Ideal candidates may have experience as a Senior Practitioner, Advanced Practitioner, Senior Social Worker, Child Protection Social Worker, Safeguarding Social Worker, Assessment Social Worker, or Children's Social Worker.