Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Locality Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Bradford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care agency is looking for a Locum Social Work Advanced Practitioner in Bradford. The role involves working with children and families under various social care frameworks, emphasizing quality service delivery and collaboration with other social workers. Candidates must have a degree in social work and relevant frontline experience. Competitive pay at £37 per hour is offered in a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in social work required.
• Current registration with Social Work England necessary.
• Significant frontline experience as a Social Worker is essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle a manageable caseload, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Provide expert guidance within CIN, CP, PLO, and care proceedings.
• Facilitate and lead meetings and develop plans of action.

Skills

Expert guidance in Child in Need (CIN)

Child Protection (CP) knowledge

Public Law Outline (PLO) expertise

Leadership and mentoring skills

Education

Degree or equivalent in social work

Current registration with Social Work England

Job description

Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Locality Team (Bradford)

Locum Social Work Advanced Practitioner within Locality Team in Bradford (UK), earning £37 per hour, on a 3-month basis. This role supports work with children and families in Keighley & Shipley under the Bradford Children and Families Trust. You will operate within the Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), Public Law Outline (PLO), and care proceedings frameworks. Flexible full-time arrangements and a balanced, supportive working environment are offered.

What you will do

• Handle a manageable caseload, ensuring high-quality service delivery to children and families.
• Provide expert guidance and support within CIN, CP, PLO, and care proceedings.
• Facilitate and lead meetings and develop clear plans of action to support families in need.
• Collaborate with a team of social workers, prioritising best practice and child safety.
• Train and mentor junior staff to elevate the team's performance and effectiveness.

Requirements

• A degree or equivalent in social work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Significant frontline experience working within UK Social Services as a qualified Social Worker.

Bradford offers a vibrant, culturally rich environment with opportunities to live and work in a dynamic city while making a difference in local communities.

About Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning agency specializing in social care roles. We are dedicated to matching you with roles that align with your skills and experience and aim to provide competitive rates.