Social Work Senior Practitioner - Child Protection Team - West Thurrock - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Thurrock; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized personnel agency is seeking a Senior Practitioner within the Child Protection Team in Thurrock to manage caseloads and ensure the welfare of children. This ongoing role offers flexibility with an hourly rate of £32.66, providing an opportunity to engage in diverse cases and make a real impact in the community.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Supportive Working Environment

Diverse Experience

Qualifications

• Experience in managing caseloads within Child Protection.
• Ability to handle complex cases and prepare court documents.
• Strong analytical skills to assess risks to children.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads for children subject to Child Protection Plans.
• Prepare and present reports at Child Protection Conferences.
• Conduct assessments and home visits to monitor children's welfare.

Skills

Child Protection Knowledge

Assessment Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Social Work Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Senior Practitioner within Child Protection Team
Location: Thurrock, UK
Salary: £32.66 Hourly
Type: Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

Join an exciting and fulfilling career opportunity in Thurrock, where you can make a significant impact as a Senior Practitioner within the Child Protection Team. Offering an attractive hourly rate of £32.66, this Ongoing role provides the flexibility of Full Time/Part Time hours to fit your lifestyle.

Perks and benefits

• Hourly Salary: Enjoy the benefits of being paid for every hour you commit, allowing you to effectively manage your time and earnings.
• Flexible Schedule: Balance work with personal commitments and enjoy a role that adapts to your lifestyle.
• Diverse Experience: Engage with a variety of cases that provide valuable learning experiences and professional growth.
• Supportive Working Environment: Benefit from a collaborative team atmosphere where your contributions are recognised and valued.

What you will do

• Work within a dedicated Child Protection Team managing caseloads of children subject to Child Protection Plans, Children in Need plans, and Child in Care (CIC) plans.
• Handle complex cases, including those in care proceedings; initiate Public Law Outline (PLO) and Care Proceedings by preparing witness statements and care plans for court.
• Complete various assessments including parenting capacity assessments, sibling assessments, and the assessments of potential kinship arrangements such as Viability Assessments and Special Guardianship Assessments.
• Provide evidence-based analysis of significant harm to inform court decisions ensuring the child’s voice is heard in the process.
• Undertake Child Protection Enquiries under Section 47 of the Children’s Act of 1989 and prepare Child Protection Conference Reports; present cases at Child Protection Conferences.
• Convene and chair Core Group Meetings; conduct Core Assessments within the Child in Need Framework and implement related plans.
• Handle Pre-Birth Assessments under Section 47 of the Children’s Act 1989, and conduct home visits to monitor and promote the welfare of children.
• Liaise closely with partnership agencies to provide comprehensive support for families.
• Complete court reports, including Section 7 and 37 Reports for Private Law Proceedings and Child in Care reports in preparation for Child in Care Conferences.
• Hold “Stability Meetings” to plan for placements at risk of breakdown.
• Engage in direct work with children and families to produce positive outcomes.

Location and Community

Thurrock is more than just a place to work – it’s a vibrant community to be a part of. The area provides an enriched quality of life with its easy access to London, beautiful green spaces, and a thriving local culture. Join a dynamic and supportive team committed to making positive change, where every day presents new opportunities to learn and make a difference in children’s lives.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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