Senior Practitioner - Safeguarding Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Practitioner to join the Safeguarding Team. This role involves safeguarding young people, managing complex cases, and ensuring compliance with statutory policies. You'll prepare court reports, maintain case records, and promote diversity and equality in service delivery. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and help shape the future of social care services.

Qualifications

• Professional Social Work qualification or equivalent required.
• Good working knowledge of relevant legislation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people.
• Manage a caseload of children and young people, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Prepare high-quality reports for court and maintain case records.

Skills

Social Work

Case Management

Legislation Knowledge

Report Writing

Communication

Education

Professional Social Work Qualification

Tools

Integrated Children's System (ICS)

Job description

Kingston upon Thames, London, Greater London, England
SW15

Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency, has a new permanent position available for a Senior Practitioner within the Safeguarding Team to work full-time for Achieving for Children, based in Kingston.

The salary for this Senior Practitioner role is up to £55,083 per annum.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people, considering their race, culture, religion, and linguistic background.
2. Manage an agreed caseload of children and young people, ensuring compliance with casework objectives, statutory, and departmental policies, including handling complex cases.
3. Complete long-term work with families to meet needs and improve outcomes for children.
4. Prepare high-quality reports for court, support workers in court, and give evidence as required.
5. Maintain case notes and records, and prepare reports as needed.
6. Use the Integrated Children's System (ICS) for case management in line with departmental policies.
7. Monitor service delivery against targets and take action to achieve desired outcomes.
8. Keep staff and stakeholders informed to facilitate service development.
9. Establish good communication across children's social care and partner agencies.
10. Ensure high-quality, responsive services respecting diverse backgrounds and needs.
11. Implement policies and procedures aligned with Achieving for Children's vision and values, especially in staff support and management.
12. Promote diversity and equality in service delivery and management, applying ethical reasoning in practice and decision-making.

Minimum Requirements:

• A professional Social Work qualification or equivalent.
• Understanding of relevant legislation.
• Registered or eligible for registration.
• Good working knowledge of relevant legislation.

Contact: This position is advertised by Alex Moon. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the provided link. Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Sanctuary Personnel values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and provide annual training for our staff.

Reasonable Adjustments: If you have a disability or need adjustments during recruitment or employment, please notify us early so we can provide support.