Senior Practitioner – Family Support & Safeguarding (Hybrid)

Cambridge County Council; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing package

CPD time

Retention payments (up to £9,118 in 3y

Relocation package

Refer a Friend £350

CARE development

Job summary

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking a Senior Practitioner in the Family Support and Safeguarding Team in Cambridge. The role involves managing a varied caseload for children and families, using Motivational Interviewing to achieve sustainable outcomes.

The position is hybrid, combining home and office work, with base at Fawcett House, Cambridge; flexible relocation during 2026 is possible.

Qualifications

• Be a qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration.
• Ability to work from a variety of locations and travel countywide independently.
• Experience in complex case management, court proceedings, and providing informal support or supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in highly complex cases involving risk, complexity and safety of children, young people and families.
• Prepare written and verbal reports for various settings, including court appearances.
• Lead, guide and direct Social Workers and Child Practitioners, supporting performance and development through supervision.
• Support in planning, allocation and case review.
• Assist with recruitment and induction of staff.

Education

Social Work degree

Job description

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking a Senior Practitioner in the Family Support and Safeguarding Team in Cambridge. The role involves managing a varied caseload for children and families, using Motivational Interviewing to achieve sustainable outcomes.

The position is hybrid, combining home and office work, with base at Fawcett House, Cambridge; flexible relocation during 2026 is possible.