Senior Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time/Part Time flexibility

Competitive pay £40/hour

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Variety and experience as locum

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Senior Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner for the Children with Disabilities Team in Rochdale, offering flexible ongoing hours as a locum. The role centers on managing complex cases and leading safeguarding work within the Children Act framework.

You will provide professional guidance, supervision, and mentorship to social workers and less experienced staff while supporting care planning and statutory responsibilities in a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Registration with Social Work England (SWE).
• Significant post-qualification experience within Children's Social Care.
• Experience working within a Children with Disabilities Team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload involving children with disabilities, focusing on child in need, child protection, and looked after children processes.
• Undertake statutory assessments, reviews, and care planning in line with the Children Act 1989, Children Act 2004, Care Act 2014, and Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance.
• Lead on complex safeguarding investigations, court work, permanency planning, and risk management activities.
• Provide professional consultation, mentoring, and practice guidance to Social Workers, ASYEs, and less experienced practitioners.

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Registration with Social Work England (SWE)

Job description

Job Title:
Senior Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team

Specialism:
Children's Social Care

Location:
Rochdale, Greater Manchester, UK

Salary:
£40.00 hourly

Type:
Ongoing, Full Time or Part Time

Exciting Opportunity: Senior Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team within Children's Social Care in Rochdale, Greater Manchester (UK), earning £40.00 hourly. Ongoing, full time or part time, find work that fits your schedule and lifestyle.

Being a locum offers wonderful flexibility and variety in your career, allowing you to work in different settings and gain experience while enjoying a competitive salary. In this engaging role, you will find the satisfaction of making a difference in children's lives alongside the personal growth and career development locum work brings.

What you will do

• Manage a complex caseload involving children with disabilities, focusing on child in need, child protection, and looked after children processes.
• Undertake statutory assessments, reviews, and care planning in line with the Children Act 1989, Children Act 2004, Care Act 2014, and Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance.
• Lead on complex safeguarding investigations, court work, permanency planning, and risk management activities.
• Provide professional consultation, mentoring, and practice guidance to Social Workers, ASYEs, and less experienced practitioners.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing a work schedule that suits your life, allowing for a wonderful work-life balance.
• Competitive Pay: With £40.00 hourly, your dedication and expertise are well-compensated.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing professional training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work with a team that values collaboration and support, making your job both rewarding and enjoyable.
• Variety and Experience: Locum work keeps things fresh and exciting, allowing you to experience different roles and challenges.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Registration with Social Work England (SWE).
• Significant post-qualification experience within Children's Social Care.
• Experience working within a Children with Disabilities Team.

Located in the heart of Greater Manchester, Rochdale offers a unique blend of rich history, beautiful landscapes, and vibrant community life. It's a great place to live and work, with excellent transport links, a variety of leisure activities, and a strong sense of community. Explore your potential in a location that offers so much more than just work. Join us in Rochdale and make a real impact today!