Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding Team - Romford - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Romford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a Social Work Advanced Practitioner for their Safeguarding Team in Romford, UK. This position offers a competitive pay rate of £41.10 per hour with flexible working hours, either full-time or part-time. The role involves managing and supervising staff, handling complex cases, and applying specialist knowledge in child welfare. Ideal candidates will have a relevant social work degree, registration with Social Work England, and substantial frontline experience. This position provides a dynamic team environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Experience across various settings

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Convenient location with transport links

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in social work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Extensive frontline experience in Social Services within the UK.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and supervise a small number of social work staff.
• Handle a caseload of complex cases with confidence.
• Support the team manager in maintaining professional standards.
• Apply specialist knowledge in child and family services.
• Represent the service in strategic initiatives.
• Provide consultation, coaching, and mentoring within the team.
• Participate in recruitment processes to enhance team efficacy.

Skills

Supervision of staff

Case management expertise

Knowledge of child and family social work

Mentoring and coaching

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in social work

Current Social Work England registration

Job description

Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Safeguarding Team

Advanced Practitioner within Safeguarding Team in Romford UK. Earn £41.10 per hour on an hourly basis with an ongoing contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team, where you can bring your specialist safeguarding expertise to a role that truly makes a difference. With flexible working hours available from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday or options for alternative schedules such as 8am-6pm on a four-day week or 8am-4pm, this full-time or part-time position offers you the flexibility you need.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive pay rate of £41.10 per hour, because we know how valuable your skills are.
• Gain experience across different settings and enjoy the variety and freedom locum work offers.
• Professional development opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career in social work.
• Supportive team environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your ideas are valued.
• Convenient Romford location with easy transport links to London and vibrant local amenities.

What you will do

• Directly manage and supervise a small number of qualified and non-social work staff.
• Handle a caseload of complex and challenging cases with confidence and expertise.
• Support the team manager in maintaining and developing high professional standards within the team.
• Apply your specialist knowledge of social work practice with children and families across the service.
• Represent the service in key strategic initiatives and service provision developments.
• Cultivate your skills, expertise, and knowledge across various practice issues while providing consultation, coaching, and mentoring within the team.
• Foster team development and participate in recruitment processes to enhance team efficacy.

Requirements of the Advanced Practitioner

• Degree or equivalent qualification in social work.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Extensive frontline experience in Social Services within the UK as a qualified Social Worker.

Why Romford? This bustling town is more than just a convenient base for commuting into London. Romford boasts a vibrant community with a rich cultural scene, excellent shopping facilities, and charming countryside nearby. Whether you enjoy the bustle of the market, the tranquility of local parks, or the rich history of the area, Romford has something for everyone, making it not just a great place to work but a wonderful place to live.

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