Senior Practitioner - Connected Carers Team - County Durham - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking a highly skilled Senior Practitioner to join the Connected Carers Team in County Durham. This full-time locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £32.73 and involves conducting assessments for children's placements and providing guidance to Connected Carers. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in social work and hold current registration with Social Work England. Enjoy the benefits of flexible locum work while enhancing your expertise in fostering dynamics.

Benefits

Flexible locum work

Comprehensive ongoing training

Healthy work-life balance

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in social work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant frontline experience in UK social services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Reg 24 viability assessments and Full Connected Carers assessments.
• Provide guidance and supervision to Connected Carers.
• Work closely with children, families, and professionals.

Skills

Conducting assessments

Supervision

Record maintenance

Collaborative support

Education

Degree or equivalent in social work

Current registration with Social Work England

Job description

Overview

Senior Practitioner – Connected Carers Team in County Durham

County Durham’s Connected Carers Team is calling for a highly skilled Senior Practitioner to join our dynamic group in an ongoing locum contract position. Located in Seaham, this full-time role offers an attractive rate of £32.73 per hour.

What you will do

• Conduct Reg 24 viability assessments and Full Connected Carers assessments to ensure suitable placements for children.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and reviews with our Connected Carers to facilitate their transition into caregiving roles.
• Uphold the values and objectives of the Connected Carers Team, promoting the welfare and interests of children.
• Work closely with children, families, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive support.
• Maintain accurate records and reports, contributing to the team’s knowledge and understanding of fostering services.

Requirements of the Senior Practitioner

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

Perks and benefits

Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of locum work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our competitive hourly rate of £32.73 reflects your valuable skills. As a Senior Practitioner in our Connected Carers Team, you’ll enhance your expertise in fostering and connected carers dynamics. In addition, you will gain comprehensive ongoing training to keep your skills sharp and up to date. Seize the opportunity to expand your professional network in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.