Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Safe and Supported Team - Newcastle upon Tyne - Sanctuary P[...]

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated social work agency seeks an Advanced Practitioner for the Safe and Supported Team in North Tyneside. This full-time position offers an attractive hourly rate of £35.20, allowing you to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families. Responsibilities include providing specialist social work interventions, mentoring colleagues, and collaborating with multi-agency partners. Join us to make a meaningful difference in your community.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Must have a strong understanding of statutory requirements in social work.
• Experience in managing complex caseloads.
• Ability to provide reflective supervision and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist social work interventions to safeguard children.
• Support the Team Manager in delivering practice standards.
• Conduct assessments and develop outcome-focused care plans.

Skills

Social work interventions

Mentoring

Collaborative working with multi-agency partners

Risk assessment

Legislative compliance

Education

Relevant social work qualifications

Job description

Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Safe and Supported Team

Job Title: Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Safe and Supported Team
Location: North Tyneside, UK
Salary: £35.20 per hour
Type: Full-Time, Ongoing

Calling all skilled social work practitioners! A thrilling opportunity awaits you as an Advanced Practitioner within the Safe and Supported Team in North Tyneside. With an enticing hourly rate of £35.20 and a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children, young people, and families, this ongoing, full-time locum position offers a dynamic and challenging work environment.

Perks and benefits:

• Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and financial benefits of an hourly rate, ensuring you’re rewarded for every moment of your expertise.
• Professional Development: Access to ongoing training sessions and workshops to keep your skills sharp and up-to-date.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Achieve work-life balance with hours that align with your lifestyle.
• Vibrant Team Culture: Be part of a supportive team that values creativity and innovation in practice.

What you will do:

• Act as a seasoned and adept practitioner, providing specialist social work interventions to safeguard children and promote their well-being in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Support the Team Manager in delivering excellence in practice standards, while providing mentoring, coaching, and guidance to less experienced colleagues.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners to reduce risk, promote stability, and ensure children remain safe and supported within their families and communities.
• Manage a reduced but complex caseload, including high-risk child protection, children in need, and court proceedings.
• Conduct assessments, develop and implement outcome-focused care plans, and lead on specialist areas such as domestic abuse and contextual safeguarding.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, and local safeguarding procedures.
• Provide reflective supervision, coaching, and mentoring to Social Workers and Newly Qualified Social Workers.
• Support the Team Manager in ensuring consistent practice standards and quality assurance.
• Build strong relationships with partner agencies and represent the team in multi-agency meetings.
• Contribute to service development through audits, service reviews, and workforce development initiatives.

North Tyneside offers a remarkable place to both live and work. With stunning coastal views, friendly communities, and easy access to bustling Newcastle upon Tyne, it’s the perfect setting for those who seek a balance of tranquility and excitement in their lives. Join us and make a positive difference in North Tyneside!

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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