Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Duty & Assessment Team - Oldham - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Oldham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency in Oldham is seeking an experienced Social Work Advanced Practitioner. This full-time role involves managing caseloads, supporting team management, and mentoring junior staff, all while enjoying a flexible hybrid work schedule. Join us to make a meaningful impact on children and families in a progressive service environment.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Competitive hourly rate

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a caseload under Child in Need interventions.
• Ability to prepare court documents and reports.
• Strong mentoring skills for newly qualified social workers.

Responsibilities

• Manage families' cases to closure or escalation as necessary.
• Mentor newly qualified social workers with supervision.
• Facilitate group reflective supervision sessions for the team.

Skills

Case Management

Child Protection

Mentoring

Data Analysis

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Duty & Assessment Team
Location: Oldham
Salary: £40 per Hour
Contract: Full-time | Ongoing | Hybrid (1 day office-based)

We are looking for a seasoned and self-assured advanced practitioner to join our duty and assessment service in Oldham. This is a role that will have you supporting the team manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of a dynamic team. It’s a chance to refine your management skills while making a positive impact on children and families. You’ll be spending one day a week in the office and leading the charge full week on duty.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload involving families under Child in Need (CIN) interventions, progressing cases towards closure, or escalating to Initial Child Protection Case Conference (ICPCC), Public Law Outline (PLO), or Court when necessary.
• Prepare essential court documents including initial Social Work Evidence Templates (SWET), Section 7, and Section 37 reports.
• Mentor and support newly qualified social workers and apprentices by providing reflective supervision and support with casework. This includes conducting observations and offering feedback to foster their professional growth.
• Facilitate group reflective supervision sessions for the team, promoting a culture of continuous learning.
• Enhance service quality and performance through data analysis, case reviews, feedback sessions, and best practice guidance.
• Collaborate with the team manager to chair strategy meetings and ensure the quality assurance of assessments and CIN plans.

Benefits

Perks and benefits: Why choose a locum position? For starters, you enjoy increased flexibility and control over your work schedule, allowing for a better work-life balance. You’ll have the chance to dive into diverse assignments, presenting new challenges and learning opportunities. Additionally, there’s an excellent hourly rate that reflects your expertise, plus the possibility to build a wide professional network, which can open doors to future opportunities. Joining our team also means gaining experience in a progressive environment with continuing professional development.

About Sanctuary Personnel

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