Senior Practitioner - Assessments Team

Swindon Borough Council; Wales; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local authority in Wales is seeking a Senior Practitioner to enhance their Assessments Team. This role offers significant flexibility with options for a 4-day working week and remote working, alongside a supportive team environment and the potential for professional development.

Benefits

Loyalty Bonus of up to £150 weekly

Flexible working options

Supportive management and team culture

Internal progression opportunities

Market-leading payroll system

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience required.
• Registered with Social Care Wales.

Responsibilities

• Conduct both short-term and long-term assessments.
• Manage a manageable caseload in a collaborative team.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Job description

4-Day Working Week / Condensed Hours | Long term contracts| Supportive Management | High Flexibility

Not feeling fulfilled in your current locum role as we head into Summer?

We’re working exclusively with a stable and supportive local authority seeking a Senior Practitioner to join their Assessments Team. This role offers a competitive rate of up to £42 per hour, with the chance to join a close-knit and collaborative team.

This position includes both short-term and long-term assessments. To be considered, you must have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience. The team is well-established, with long-standing permanent staff who provide excellent peer support and mentoring to new joiners. Remote working is strongly encouraged, and the team is looking to onboard multiple professionals to support continued growth.

What’s on offer:

• Manageable caseloads
• Flexible working options: 4-day week, condensed hours, or traditional 37-hour week
• Loyalty Bonus: Earn up to £150 extra weekly
• Supportive management and team culture
• Remote working strongly supported
• Start date flexibility: They are happy to wait up to a month for the right candidate
• Internal progression opportunities: Move across teams if desired
• Market-leading payroll system

This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your leadership and practice skills in a well-supported environment, surrounded by experienced professionals who share your commitment to quality care.

Additionally, if you know another Senior Practitioner or Social Worker who may be interested, we offer a £500 referral bonus for successful placements.

To apply, please send your CV or contact Nathan directly at [e-mail] for more details.

Please note: As this is a statutory role, you must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Care Wales.