Senior Practitioner – Children in Care and Care Leavers Team – Newcastle City

Liquid Personnel; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner for their Children in Care and Care Leavers Team in Newcastle City. The ideal candidate will hold a Social Work England registration and a degree in Social Work, with robust post-qualified experience. Responsibilities include conducting thorough assessments, engaging with families, and ensuring legal compliance. The role offers a pay rate of £31 per hour with various additional benefits like twice weekly payroll and a dedicated consultant.

Benefits

Twice weekly payroll

Free DBS and compliance service

Access to exclusive roles

Training and CPD portal access

Dedicated social work consultant

Referral bonuses for successful placements

Qualifications

• Must have Social Work England registration.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Post-qualified experience in social work.

Responsibilities

• Undertake compliant assessments and enquiries.
• Record and analyze information from assessments.
• Prioritize cases based on urgency and risk.

Skills

Social Work registration

Assessment and intervention skills

Legislative principles understanding

Effective communication

Education

Degree-level qualification in Social Work

Job description

Job Title: Senior Practitioner – Children in Care and Care Leavers Team – Newcastle City

Location: Newcastle City

Pay Rate: £31 per hour

Job Description:

Liquid Personnel is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join their esteemed client’s Children in Care and Care Leavers Team. The ideal candidate must have Social Work England registration, be eligible to work in the UK, hold a degree-level qualification in Social Work, and possess post-qualified experience.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake procedurally compliant assessments and section 47 enquiries to identify risk or need based on documented evidence.
• Record and analyze information gathered during social care assessments in line with policies and guidance.
• Conduct assessments leading to clear plans addressing issues for children in Newcastle.
• Practice with an understanding of legislative principles, research, case law, and guidance.
• Engage with children, carers, and families to understand their circumstances and inform interventions.
• Record children’s contacts and referrals, assessing urgency, risk, and required actions.
• Assist in preparing court statements and reports for children’s services.
• Collaborate with colleagues and agencies to provide social care advice and interventions.
• Prioritize cases based on urgency, risk, and needs to ensure children’s safety and well-being.
• Support team functioning by engaging with colleagues, following processes, and mentoring less experienced staff.
• Contribute to cross-agency working and represent the team in multi-agency meetings.
• Engage in professional development, supervision, and stay updated with legal and best practice developments.
• Provide guidance on local services and practices relevant to children, young people, and families.

Additional Benefits:

• Twice weekly payroll
• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to exclusive roles
• Training and CPD portal access
• Dedicated social work consultant
• Wide range of social work positions across the UK
• Referral bonuses for successful placements