Senior Social Work Practitioner - Child in Need & Child Protection Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Social Work Practitioner for the Child in Need & Child Protection Team in Bracknell. This full-time locum role pays £42 per hour for a duration of 3 months. Candidates must have experience in CIN/CP settings and be eligible to work in the UK. Responsibilities include managing complex cases and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure child safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience as a social work practitioner in CIN/CP settings.
• Eligible to work in the UK and registered with the relevant social work regulatory body.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality social work support to children in need.
• Manage a complex caseload including CIN, CP, and care proceedings.
• Develop and review child protection plans and conduct assessments.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Facilitate in-person meetings to discuss strategies.

Skills

Experience in Child in Need settings

Experience in Child Protection settings

Ability to manage complex caseloads

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Job description

Overview

Senior Social Work Practitioner - Child in Need & Child Protection Team

Location: Bracknell

Contract: Locum, Full-time, 3 months

Salary: £42 per hour

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality social work support to children in need and those under child protection, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Manage a complex caseload including CIN, CP, CLA, and care proceedings, maintaining comprehensive and accurate records.
• Develop and review child protection plans and conduct assessments to ensure timely decision-making for children and families.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners to deliver effective, coordinated services for the child and family.
• Facilitate in-person meetings to discuss strategies and review plans, ensuring all voices are heard and considered.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience as a social work practitioner in CIN/CP settings.
• Ability to travel to Bracknell and work on-site as required.
• Eligible to work in the UK and registered with the relevant social work regulatory body.

About Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted recruitment agency with a strong presence in the sector and a history of securing roles for social care professionals.