Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Emergency Duty Team - Stoke on Tern - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Stoke upon Tern; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency in Stoke on Trent is looking for a Social Work Advanced Practitioner for the Emergency Duty Team. This role offers flexible hours and allows you to make a difference outside regular working hours while safeguarding vulnerable children and families. Successful candidates will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and an ASYE certification. You will support less experienced staff and participate in critical decision-making processes.

Benefits

Flexible working conditions

Ongoing training and development

Networking opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in social work.
• Ability to supervise and support less experienced staff.
• Expertise in working to safeguard vulnerable children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective social work services outside standard hours.
• Handle urgent out-of-hours referrals.
• Supervise and develop team members.
• Participate in child safety decision-making.
• Liaise with agencies for service delivery.

Skills

Social work expertise

Child safeguarding

Supervisory skills

Education

ASYE certification

Job description

Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Emergency Duty Team

Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Emergency Duty Team in Stoke on Trent (UK), earning £33.30 Hourly. Full Time/Part Time. Ongoing. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and forward-thinking social worker to join our vibrant Emergency Duty Team. If you’re looking to make a difference outside of the usual working hours, this role is perfect for you. Take on a new challenge where your expertise will be invaluable in offering a social work service that safeguards vulnerable children and families.

Benefits

• Hourly Salary: £33.30 per hour
• Flexibility: Flexible working conditions that fit your lifestyle
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Networking Opportunities: Work alongside an experienced and diverse team
• Work-Life Balance: Balanced career with personal time

What you will do

• Provide a responsive and effective social work service to children and families outside of standard working hours
• Handle out-of-hours referrals requiring urgent intervention from the local authority to protect vulnerable children
• Supervise, develop, and support less experienced staff members as part of your advanced practitioner role
• Participate in decision-making processes that prioritize child safety and wellbeing
• Liaise with agencies and professionals to ensure comprehensive service delivery

Due to the nature of the role, applicants are required to have an ASYE with at least 3 years of relevant experience. You will also play an active role in supervising others and contributing to the learning and practice development within the team.

Stoke on Trent is not just a great place to work but a fantastic place to live. Known for its friendly community and rich cultural heritage, it offers an array of activities and stunning surroundings. If you’re ready to make your mark in a dynamic and supportive environment, Stoke on Trent is the place for you. Join us and be part of something truly special.

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