Senior Practitioner - Children's Social Work Lead (Hybrid)

Service Care Solutions; Basford Green; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in England is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join their Assessment and Staying Together Team. This role involves leading social work practice focused on children and families, ensuring high-quality assessments and safeguarding interventions. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in children's social work and a commitment to best practices. The position offers a hybrid working model and various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Dedicated social work consultant

£350 referral bonuses

Access to a wide range of UK social work vacancies

Twice-weekly payroll

Annual training budget up to £250 + online CPD

Loyalty bonus schemes

Free fast-track DBS disclosure service

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with registration.
• Experience in children's statutory social work.
• Strong understanding of legislation like the Children Act and Working Together.

Responsibilities

• Carry out statutory social work interventions.
• Lead on complex cases and support family-led solutions.
• Provide coaching and mentoring for social workers.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Reflective practice

Education

Qualified Social Worker with registration with Social Work England

Substantial post-qualifying experience in children’s statutory social work

Job description

A local government body in England is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join their Assessment and Staying Together Team. This role involves leading social work practice focused on children and families, ensuring high-quality assessments and safeguarding interventions. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in children's social work and a commitment to best practices. The position offers a hybrid working model and various professional development opportunities.