Senior Practitioner - Family Safeguarding Team - Hertfordshire - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A highly respected recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Practitioner in the Family Safeguarding Team based in Hertfordshire. You will manage complex safeguarding cases while working flexibly in a dynamic team. The role offers £41.50 per hour and emphasizes continuous professional development and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive hourly pay

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex safeguarding cases.
• Ability to mentor and supervise junior staff.
• Professional registration in social work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a protected caseload of children and families.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners for family support.

Skills

Strengths-based techniques

Motivational interviewing

High-risk case management

Report writing

Job description

Senior Practitioner – Family Safeguarding Team

Job Title: Senior Practitioner – Family Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Child & Family
Location: Hertfordshire, UK
Salary: £41.50 per hour
Contract: Ongoing | Part-Time / Full-Time

Step into a rewarding opportunity as a Senior Practitioner within the Family Safeguarding Team in Hertfordshire, where your expertise will make a real and lasting difference to children, young people, and families. In this pivotal role, you’ll address complex safeguarding concerns—including parental mental health, substance misuse, and domestic abuse—while leading on high-quality practice and supporting your colleagues to deliver exceptional care. This ongoing position offers flexible part-time or full-time options, providing both professional fulfilment and work-life balance.

Perks and Benefits:

Part-Time / Full-Time Options: Choose a working arrangement that suits your lifestyle while maintaining a healthy balance between personal and professional priorities.

Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £41.50 per hour, allowing you to focus on meaningful work with financial flexibility.

Continuous Professional Development: Take advantage of learning opportunities to expand your knowledge, refine your practice, and grow your career.

Collaborative Work Environment: Thrive in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team dedicated to holistic family support and positive outcomes.

Supportive Culture: Be part of a network that values mentorship, reflection, and shared learning, ensuring you’re always supported in your role.

What You Will Do:

Manage a protected caseload of children and families with complex safeguarding needs, including assessments, child protection enquiries, reviews, and court work.

Apply strengths-based and motivational interviewing techniques to engage and empower families effectively.

Take the lead on high-risk cases, modelling excellent practice and ensuring timely, effective interventions.

Prepare and deliver clear, analytical, and comprehensive reports for conferences, reviews, and court proceedings.

Offer mentorship and informal supervision to less experienced staff, promoting confidence and professional growth within the team.

Contribute to reflective practice sessions, peer reviews, and practice improvement initiatives that drive continuous service quality.

Collaborate with multi-agency partners including domestic abuse, mental health, and substance misuse services to provide joined-up family support.

Uphold children’s welfare, safety, and rights, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and local policies.

Maintain professional registration, pursue ongoing development, and ensure accurate and compliant case recording.

Travel across Hertfordshire for home visits and adapt working patterns to meet the needs of the service.

Why Hertfordshire?

Living and working in Hertfordshire offers an ideal blend of rural tranquillity and urban convenience. With excellent transport links to London, beautiful countryside, and thriving local communities, Hertfordshire provides an exceptional quality of life. Enjoy the perfect balance of career growth and wellbeing while being part of a supportive team committed to making a real difference in family lives.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency specialising in social work, health, and criminal justice roles. With an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews and multiple prestigious industry awards, we’re dedicated to matching professionals with roles that offer the best rates and align with their skills, values, and career aspirations.