Senior Practitioner – Family Support & Safeguarding

Bath and North East Somerset Council; Keynsham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation payments

Laptop and iPhone for flexible working

Job summary

Bath and North East Somerset Council’s Children’s Social Care is seeking a Senior Practitioner to lead on complex cases, coordinate social care services for children, and drive outcomes in partnership with health, education and support services. The role offers opportunities for supervision, professional development, and involvement in safeguarding and court processes.

The post requires a social work qualification and extensive experience, with a strong emphasis on reflective, trauma-informed

Qualifications

• Qualified social worker with registration and significant experience.
• Knowledge of legislation governing children's services.
• Ability to write professional assessments/reports.
• Strong organisation to manage caseload and priorities.
• Ability to present evidence in court.

Responsibilities

• Respond to, coordinate and deliver a range of social care services to children and families in Bath and North East Somerset.
• Work with partners across health, education and support services to safeguard children and promote outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor colleagues as appropriate, and engage in professional development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Court proceedings

Report writing

Team supervision

IT skills

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Social Work qualification

Tools

Electronic systems

Job description

Bath and North East Somerset Council’s Children’s Social Care is seeking a Senior Practitioner to lead on complex cases, coordinate social care services for children, and drive outcomes in partnership with health, education and support services. The role offers opportunities for supervision, professional development, and involvement in safeguarding and court processes.

The post requires a social work qualification and extensive experience, with a strong emphasis on reflective, trauma-informed