Senior Practitioner

My Social Work News; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Practitioner for the Children in Care Team in Maidenhead. This role involves managing complex cases, mentoring junior staff, and conducting assessments to safeguard children and families. The ideal candidate will be registered with Social Work England and possess a relevant social work qualification. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to diversity and inclusion, where your expertise will make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children and their families. Start your rewarding journey today!

Qualifications

• Manage complex caseloads, including children at risk and care proceedings.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families.

Responsibilities

• Mentor less experienced social workers and support reflective practice.
• Collaborate with professionals to ensure children's voices are heard.

Skills

Social Work Qualification

Understanding of relevant legislation

Education

Social Work Qualification or equivalent

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel - Senior Practitioner (Children in Care Team)

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative recruitment agency, has a new permanent position for a Senior Practitioner within the Children in Care Team, based in Maidenhead. The salary for this role is up to £47,708 per annum.

Responsibilities

1. Manage a complex caseload, including children at risk, care proceedings, and child protection plans, to positively impact children, young people, and families by enhancing practice quality and partnership working, while ensuring legislative compliance.
2. Act as a mentor and consultant to less experienced social workers, supporting reflective practice, court proceedings, and chairing multi-agency meetings.
3. Support Team Managers by providing peer supervision, mentoring, and deputising in managerial absence.
4. Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and families, analyzing information to coordinate multi-agency efforts for safeguarding and promoting wellbeing.
5. Undertake statutory duties under The Children Act and related legislation, including court proceedings, legal liaison, and safeguarding investigations.
6. Collaborate with professionals and agencies, building positive relationships with children and families, promoting participation, and ensuring their voices are heard.
7. Maintain professional development through ongoing training and supervision, staying updated on legislation, policies, and best practices.

Requirements

• Social Work Qualification or equivalent.
• Understanding of relevant legislation.
• Registered with Social Work England.

Application Process

Interested candidates should contact Alex Moon to apply. Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.

Our Commitment

Sanctuary Personnel values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to fair recruitment processes and provide support for candidates requiring reasonable adjustments.

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