Senior Practitioner - Special Guardianship Team - Haringey - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social services agency in London is seeking a Senior Practitioner for the Special Guardianship Team. This full-time role offers £38 per hour, managing assessments and supporting social workers. With a focus on family wellbeing, the position allows for flexible scheduling and professional growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexibility in scheduling

Professional growth opportunities

Networking opportunities

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant frontline experience in UK social services.
• Deep understanding of Special Guardianship processes.

Responsibilities

• Allocate assessments to independent social workers.
• Oversee a post-order support worker.
• Organise and manage allocation and meetings.
• Track and monitor the progress of assessments.
• Provide consultation and support to teams.

Skills

Experience in social work

Knowledge of Special Guardianship processes

Quality assurance

Organisational skills

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in social work

Job description

Overview

Join us as a Senior Practitioner within the Special Guardianship Team in Haringey, UK, earning £38 per hour on an ongoing contract. This full-time role offers an opportunity to utilise your experience and contribute to the wellbeing of families through Special Guardianship processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Allocate assessments to independent social workers and ensure their quality assurance.
• Oversee a post-order support worker, providing guidance and supervision.
• Organise and manage allocation, initial, and midway meetings effectively.
• Track the progress of assessments, ensuring essential checks are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain excellent record-keeping and monitoring throughout the process.
• Offer consultation and support to other teams regarding the Special Guardianship process.

Requirements

• A degree or equivalent qualification in social work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant frontline experience as a qualified social worker in the UK social services sector, with a deep understanding of Special Guardianship and associated processes.

Benefits and Working Context

Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and work-life balance that comes with locum work, allowing you to tailor your schedule and commit time to personal endeavours.

Professional Growth: This role includes the allocation and quality assurance of assessments, supervising post-order support workers, and arranging key meetings, offering you the opportunity to develop your management skills.

Networking Opportunities: Being part of an experienced team opens doors to connect with a wide network of professionals in the social services field.

Competitive Pay: With an attractive hourly rate, your expertise is recognised and well-compensated.

About Sanctuary Personnel

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