Senior Practitioner, Children & Families Social Care — Flexible Hours

Nottinghamshire County Council; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Senior Practitioner for the Children’s Social Care team to coordinate and oversee vital support services across the county. You will lead a team of Senior Support Workers, supervise staff, and work flexibly to ensure high-quality interventions for disabled children and their families.

You will have a professional social care qualification, 2+ years’ experience, and a solid understanding of child development and attachment theory.

Qualifications

• A professional qualification in social care, child development, or a related field (NVQ Level 4 or above).
• A minimum of two years’ experience working with children, young people, and families.
• A solid understanding of child development, effective parenting, and attachment theory.
• A full driving licence (unless registered disabled).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Care: oversee provision of support services for disabled children and families.
• Lead the Team: support Senior Support Workers in delivering and developing high-quality services.
• Supervise Staff: provide guidance and performance support to Senior Support Workers and Support Workers across settings.
• Adapt and Respond: work flexibly to meet operational needs and ensure effective delivery of interventions.
• Promote Best Practices: ensure services are delivered safely and in line with policies and regulations.
• Contribute to Development: engage in workforce development, service planning, and quality assurance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Customer care

Education

NVQ Level 4+ or equivalent

Job description

Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Senior Practitioner for the Children’s Social Care team to coordinate and oversee vital support services across the county. You will lead a team of Senior Support Workers, supervise staff, and work flexibly to ensure high-quality interventions for disabled children and their families.

You will have a professional social care qualification, 2+ years’ experience, and a solid understanding of child development and attachment theory.