Senior Practitioner, Family Support & Safeguarding – Hybrid

Cambridge County Council; Huntingdon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority council in Huntingdon is seeking a Senior Practitioner in Family Support and Safeguarding. The role includes leadership in complex child cases, preparing analytical reports, and supporting the professional development of Social Workers. Applicants must be qualified with Social Work England registration and capable of independent travel within the county. This position offers a hybrid working model and various employee benefits, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth. Interviews will commence on December 22nd.

Benefits

Comprehensive wellbeing package

Protected time for Continuous Professional Development

Relocation package up to £8,000

Retention payments up to £9,118

Refer a Friend Scheme with £350 fee

Qualifications

• Experience managing high complex cases involving risk and safety of children.
• Ability to provide analysis of complex evidence for reports.
• Competence in leading and guiding team members including supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in high complex cases.
• Prepare written and verbal reports for multi-setting use.
• Support the recruitment and induction of staff.

Skills

Leadership in complex cases

Effective communication

Relationship building

Education

Qualified Social Worker with registration

Job description

A local authority council in Huntingdon is seeking a Senior Practitioner in Family Support and Safeguarding. The role includes leadership in complex child cases, preparing analytical reports, and supporting the professional development of Social Workers. Applicants must be qualified with Social Work England registration and capable of independent travel within the county. This position offers a hybrid working model and various employee benefits, fostering a supportive environment for professional growth. Interviews will commence on December 22nd.