Social Work Advance Practitioner - Safeguarding

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

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking a Social Work Advanced Practitioner to lead safeguarding assessments and provide guidance to staff in Taunton. The role involves coordinating multi-agency meetings and ensuring high standards of practice. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in safeguarding and a commitment to professional development. This position offers flexible locum benefits with a competitive pay rate of £45.71 per hour.

Benefits

Locum Flexibility

Professional Development

Supportive Culture

Excellent Pay

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex safeguarding assessments, ensuring the highest standards of practice and protection planning.
• Offer supervision and consultation to frontline staff for high-risk cases.
• Coordinate multi-agency safeguarding meetings to enhance partnerships.
• Provide high-quality written reports and maintain thorough case records.
• Champion continuous improvement through coaching and training.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding

Location: Taunton, UK

Salary: £45.71 per hour

Contract Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

What You Will Do

• Lead on complex safeguarding assessments, ensuring the highest standards of practice and protection planning.


• Offer supervision, consultation, and expert guidance to frontline staff, helping them manage high-risk cases effectively.


• Coordinate and chair multi-agency safeguarding meetings, driving forward effective partnership working.


• Provide high-quality written reports and maintain thorough case records that meet statutory and best practice standards.


• Champion continuous improvement across the team, sharing your knowledge and supporting less experienced practitioners through coaching and training.

Perks and Benefits

• Locum Flexibility: Autonomy over your schedule and exposure to diverse settings.


• Professional Development: Tailored training and mentorship opportunities.


• Supportive Culture: Collaborative multidisciplinary team that values input and innovation.


• Excellent Pay: Compensation at £45.71 per hour for specialist leadership and dedication.

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