Senior Social Care Practitioner - Family Support Team - West Thurrock - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Thurrock; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Senior Social Care Practitioner for the Family Support Team in Thurrock, UK. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £35.56 and flexible working hours, with responsibilities including safeguarding children, managing complex caseloads, and collaborating with partner agencies. Ideal for individuals passionate about making a positive impact on families' lives, this role provides a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive hourly rate

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex caseloads including Child Protection Plans and Children in Need.
• Ability to conduct dynamic assessments and lead Child Protection Enquiries.
• Strong collaboration skills to build family support networks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home and school visits to safeguard children according to statutory guidelines.
• Initiate Public Law Outline and Care Proceedings.
• Prepare Court Reports for Private Law Proceedings.

Skills

Child protection

Family support

Complex case management

Job description

Senior Social Care Practitioner – Family Support Team

Senior Social Care Practitioner – Family Support Team
Location: Thurrock, UK
Hourly Rate: £35.56
Contract Type: Ongoing
Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time

Join the Family Support Team in Thurrock as a Senior Social Care Practitioner and make a tangible difference in children’s and families’ lives. This ongoing locum opportunity offers a competitive hourly rate of £35.56 and flexible hours to suit your lifestyle. Thrive in a role where your expertise in child protection, family support, and complex case management is essential to supporting vulnerable children and families.

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexible full-time or part-time working options to balance your career and personal life.
• Competitive hourly rate with excellent earning potential.
• Opportunities to network and collaborate with a wide range of agencies.
• Professional growth and development within a supportive team environment.

What You Will Do:

• Conduct home and school visits to safeguard children according to statutory guidelines.
• Manage complex caseloads including Child Protection Plans, Children in Need, and Children in Care within care proceedings.
• Initiate Public Law Outline and Care Proceedings, preparing witness statements and care plans for court.
• Perform dynamic assessments such as parenting capacity, sibling, and kinship evaluations to inform court decisions.
• Lead Child Protection Enquiries under Section 47 of the Children Act 1989 and contribute to Child Protection Conferences.
• Convene and chair Core Group Meetings, implementing and reviewing Child in Need Plans.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to build strong family support networks.
• Prepare Court Reports for Private Law Proceedings (Section 7 and 37 Reports).
• Facilitate “Stability Meetings” and conduct direct work to prevent placement breakdowns and promote family wellbeing.

Why Thurrock?

Thurrock offers a unique blend of semi-rural charm and modern conveniences, with excellent transport links to London. Enjoy the tranquility of the countryside alongside vibrant community life. This is an ideal location to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on families and children in need.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning agency with an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews. We are committed to finding you the best possible roles and rates that suit your experience and career goals.

Ready to take your social care career to the next level? Apply now and make a difference in Thurrock’s Family Support Team.