Senior Practitioner, Referral & Assessment — Lead & Mentor

Quid, Inc.; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention payment of up to £3000

Essential Car User allowance or access to a lease car

Laptop and mobile phone for hybrid working

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to training and development qualifications

Job summary

A local authority is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join the Referral & Assessment Team in Medway. This role offers the chance to mentor social workers and oversee complex assessments, making a significant impact on the well-being of children and young people. The position includes comprehensive benefits, such as a retention payment, car allowance, and support for hybrid working, as well as an accessible pathway into management roles.

Qualifications

• Must have post-qualified experience in social work.
• Eligible to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and manage complex caseloads.
• Mentor and support colleagues in practice.
• Plan and oversee interventions for children and young people.
• Ensure operational support for the Assessment Service.

Skills

Mentoring

Assessment and support planning

Liaising with agencies

Direct work with children and young people

Education

Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Social Work England registration

Job description

A local authority is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join the Referral & Assessment Team in Medway. This role offers the chance to mentor social workers and oversee complex assessments, making a significant impact on the well-being of children and young people. The position includes comprehensive benefits, such as a retention payment, car allowance, and support for hybrid working, as well as an accessible pathway into management roles.