Senior Social Work Practitioner

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Competitive Pay

Professional Development

Locum Lifestyle

Supportive Network

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Senior Social Work Practitioner in Newport. The role offers an hourly rate of £41.00 with the flexibility of full-time or part-time arrangements and is ongoing.

You will deliver high-quality social work services across referrals, assessments, care planning, and court work, while supervising staff and ensuring accurate data capture in WCCIS. You will lead complex meetings, collaborate with families and professionals, and advocate for the best interests of children

Qualifications

• Deliver a high-quality service across all aspects of referral, decision making, assessment, and care management processes with a focus on the welfare of children.
• Lead and chair complex meetings, guiding the team towards effective solutions.
• Oversee and supervise staff, ensuring they perform to their highest potential.
• Ensure that performance and data information is accurately collected and recorded on the WCCIS system, benefiting from regular monitoring in line with quarterly reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with families, carers, and other professionals to develop and implement care plans.
• Advocate the best interests of children in care proceedings and other court work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a high-quality service across referral, decision making, assessment, and care management.
• Lead and chair complex meetings to guide the team.
• Oversee staff performance and supervision.
• Ensure accurate data collection in WCCIS for quarterly reports.
• Collaborate with families and professionals on care plans.
• Advocate for children in care proceedings.

Skills

Social work

Child welfare

Team leadership

Communication skills

Tools

WCCIS

Job description

Specialism:
Children’s Social Care

Location:
Newport, UK

Type:
Full-time or Part-time (Ongoing)

Embark on an exciting career as a Senior Social Work Practitioner within Children’s Social Care in Newport, UK. This role offers a competitive rate of £41.00 hourly, with the flexibility of full-time or part-time work, and is ongoing. As a key member of our team, you will utilise your expertise and knowledge in social work to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families in our community.

Perks and benefits

• Flexible Working: Take advantage of the flexibility to work full-time or part-time, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.
• Competitive Pay: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate of £41.00.
• Professional Development: Enhance your career through ongoing professional development and training sessions.
• Locum Lifestyle: Benefit from diverse job experiences, less administrative paperwork, and exposure to various work environments to broaden your skills.
• Supportive Network: Access a supportive network of peers and management to facilitate your success and wellbeing.

What you will do

• Deliver a high-quality service across all aspects of referral, decision making, assessment, and care management processes with a focus on the welfare of children.
• Lead and chair complex meetings, guiding the team towards effective solutions.
• Oversee and supervise staff, ensuring they perform to their highest potential.
• Ensure that performance and data information is accurately collected and recorded on the WCCIS system, benefiting from regular monitoring in line with quarterly reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with families, carers, and other professionals to develop and implement care plans.
• Advocate the best interests of children in care proceedings and other court work.

Newport offers an enriching lifestyle with its vibrant cultural scene, beautiful landscapes, and a strong sense of community. The city’s rich history and modern amenities provide an ideal backdrop for both work and play, making it a perfect place to grow both personally and professionally. Enjoy the best of city living while making a real difference in children’s social care. Join us and become part of a community dedicated to positive change.