Senior Practitioner

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Newcastle Children's Social Care is hiring Senior Practitioners to join their Initial Response Service Assessment Teams. The role involves managing initial referrals, conducting assessments, and providing support to children and families in a relational manner. Candidates should have a strong dedication to improving outcomes for children, alongside the expected experience. Enjoy a supportive work environment and various benefits, including flexible working arrangements and a dedicated induction.

Benefits

Generous annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to a defined benefit pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-qualifying experience in social work.
• Strong commitment to working with children and families.
• Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Handling initial referrals to Children's Social Care.
• Conducting Child and Family Assessments.
• Undertaking Child Protection Enquiries.
• Providing short-term support to children in need.

Skills

Team Player

Relational Skills

Ambition

Job description

Newcastle Childrens Social Care is seeking motivated Senior Practitioners to join our Initial Response Service Assessment Teams, working alongside a skilled and passionate workforce.

The Role

We are recruiting Senior Practitioners with a minimum of 3 years post-qualifying experience, committed to achieving the best outcomes for children in our city. You will work within the Initial Response Service, handling initial referrals to Children's Social Care, undertaking Child and Family Assessments, Child Protection Enquiries, and providing short-term support to children in need.

Who we are looking for

We value those who are driven, ambitious, and dedicated to working with children, young people, and their families in a relational and restorative manner. Strong team players who prioritize relationships and uphold social work values are essential, as we maintain collaborative relationships with partner agencies.

Why Newcastle Children’s Social Care?

Rated as GOOD across all areas by Ofsted in February 2022, our social workers appreciate supportive management and a positive working environment. We focus on a relational and restorative approach, emphasizing strengths and values in our work.

Learn more about working at Newcastle and our principles at www.newcastle.gov.uk/csc. For inquiries, contact Laura Pallister, Initial Response Service Manager, at 0191 2772531.

Benefits

• A dedicated 5-day induction
• Generous annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy additional leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
• Access to a defined benefit pension scheme
• Home electronics and vehicle leasing schemes

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This role involves regulated activity, including criminal record checks and barred list checks. Applying is via www.northeastjobs.org.uk.