Senior Practitioner - Children In Care Team

Sanctuary Personnel; North East; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social services organization is seeking a Senior Practitioner within the Children In Care Team. This role involves managing a caseload of 20-25 children, working collaboratively with a dedicated team, and ensuring quality care through effective assessments and care plans. Candidates must have a degree in social work and registration with Social Work England. This position offers a flexible working environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in social work is essential.
• Current registration with Social Work England is required.
• Significant frontline experience in UK Social Services.

Responsibilities

• Hold and manage a caseload of 20-25 children.
• Work collaboratively with a dedicated team.
• Conduct assessments and develop care plans.

Skills

Frontline experience in UK Social Services

Collaboration with multi-agency partners

Education

Degree or equivalent in social work

Current registration with Social Work England

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Practitioner within the Children In Care Team

Salary: £32.73 per hour

Contract Type: Full-time Ongoing Contract

Location: Seaham office in Durham with home working. Three dedicated social workers are being recruited to join the Children in Care service, covering long-term sickness and maternity leave with a caseload of 20-25 children.

Responsibilities

• Hold and manage a caseload of 20-25 children in our care.
• Work collaboratively with a dedicated team, focusing on the welfare and development of children looked after.
• Implement understanding of looked after procedures and care planning regulations to ensure quality care.
• Engage with multi-agency partners to facilitate seamless service delivery for children and families.
• Conduct assessments and develop care plans to meet the individual needs of children, ensuring all statutory duties are met.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in social work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant frontline experience in UK Social Services as a qualified Social Worker.

Benefits and Additional Info

• Flexible working environment: mix of office-based and home working.
• Enhance your experience by gaining frontline social work experience within the UK.
• Professional development opportunities within a supportive community.