Social Work Advance Practitioner - Safeguarding - Taunton - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A trusted agency is seeking a Social Work Advanced Practitioner in Taunton. This full-time role involves leading complex safeguarding assessments, offering supervision to frontline staff, and coordinating multi-agency meetings. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in safeguarding and excellent communication skills. Competitive hourly rate of £45.71 with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team.

Benefits

Locum Flexibility

Professional Development

Supportive Culture

Excellent Pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience in safeguarding practice and assessments.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to support frontline staff.
• Excellent communication skills for multi-agency collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex safeguarding assessments and protection planning.
• Provide supervision and expert guidance to manage high-risk cases.
• Chair multi-agency meetings and maintain effective partnerships.
• Produce high-quality written reports that meet best practice standards.
• Champion continuous improvement through coaching and training.

Skills

Complex safeguarding assessments

Supervision and consultation

Report writing

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

Exciting Locum Opportunity: Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Safeguarding | Taunton

Are you ready for a challenging and rewarding role that lets your expertise shine? We are offering an exhilarating opportunity for a Social Work Advanced Practitioner within Safeguarding, based in the stunning town of Taunton. This full-time locum position pays an impressive £45.71 per hour and offers excellent ongoing prospects.

If you’re looking to make a genuine impact in children’s or adult safeguarding and thrive in a supportive, forward-thinking team, this could be your perfect fit.

Perks and Benefits

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy autonomy over your schedule and explore a range of diverse settings, enhancing your professional experience while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Access tailored training programmes and mentorship opportunities to support your continued growth and keep you at the forefront of safeguarding practice.
• Supportive Culture: Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that truly values your input, encourages innovation, and supports professional excellence.
• Excellent Pay: At £45.71 per hour, this role recognises and rewards your specialist knowledge, leadership, and dedication.

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.

Why Choose Taunton?

Set in the heart of Somerset, Taunton offers a rare blend of natural beauty, rich history, and modern convenience. Whether you’re drawn to scenic countryside, a thriving arts scene, or welcoming local communities, Taunton is the perfect location to grow your career and enjoy a well-rounded lifestyle.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency, proud to support social workers across the UK. With an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating and a commitment to finding the best roles at the best rates, we’re here to help you succeed.