Senior Practitioner

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly pay

Hybrid working

3 Month contract

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a seasoned Senior Practitioner to join our Children’s Services team on a temporary basis. The role focuses on enhancing social work practice and outcomes for children and families, with leadership to other Social Workers.

Collaboration with the Team Manager will uphold high practice standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive Children’s Social Care experience, safeguarding expertise, and a background in multi‑agency work, including court involvement.

Qualifications

• 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 mentoring and supporting Social Workers.
• Excellent risk assessment and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and multi-agency working.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a challenging caseload involving children, young people and families.
• Conduct assessments and make decisions in line with statutory guidelines.
• Lead practice as a senior practitioner and mentor colleagues.
• Support less experienced social workers and provide case supervision.
• Engage in service improvement and practice development.
• Collaborate with partner agencies and attend multi‑agency meetings.
• Prepare for court proceedings and present professional evidence.
• Assist the Team Manager in achieving service goals and maintaining standards.

Skills

Lead practitioner

Mentoring

Risk assessment

Court work experience

Stakeholder communications

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Stirchley, United Kingdom | Posted on 01/09/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation.  That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre‑screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well‑positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

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.