Social Work Senior Practitioner - Duty & Assessment Team

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

Job summary

A leading social care agency in Bracknell is seeking a Senior Practitioner for the Duty & Assessment Team. This role involves conducting initial assessments, developing safety-focused care plans, and mentoring junior social workers. Offering flexible full-time or part-time hours, the position provides a competitive hourly rate of £42, emphasizing professional development and a positive community impact.

Benefits

Hourly salary: £42

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training opportunities

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting assessments for children and families.
• Ability to develop safety-focused care plans.
• Proven mentoring skills for junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments to identify needs of children and families.
• Develop comprehensive care plans in coordination with agencies.
• Provide mentoring to less experienced social workers.
• Respond to crisis situations to protect at-risk children.
• Facilitate communication in multi-agency environments.
• Maintain accurate records as per regulations.

Skills

Assessment skills

Crisis intervention

Child welfare knowledge

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Social Work Degree

Job description

Social Work Senior Practitioner - Duty & Assessment Team

Social Work Senior Practitioner - Duty & Assessment Team in Bracknell, UK. Locum opportunity with a competitive rate of £42 per hour. Flexible full-time or part-time hours.

Join our Duty & Assessment Team in Bracknell as a Senior Practitioner Social Worker. If you are seeking an opportunity to bring your expertise to a team that thrives on positive impact and community well-being, this role is a good fit.

What you will do

• Conduct initial assessments to determine the needs and risks associated with children and families.
• Develop care plans that ensure the safety and well-being of children, coordinating with relevant agencies for comprehensive support.
• Provide professional guidance and mentoring to less experienced social workers in the team.
• Respond to crisis situations and make informed decisions to protect children at risk.
• Facilitate communication within multi-agency environments to deliver holistic care and intervention strategies.
• Regularly update and maintain accurate records in accordance with statutory regulations.

Benefits

• Hourly Salary: £42, offering flexibility and earning potential.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexibility to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning opportunities and training.
• Varied Experience: Work across different teams and settings, keeping work dynamic.
• Networking Opportunities: Build professional connections with diverse practitioners.

About Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With a strong reputation and industry recognition, we aim to match you with roles that fit your skills and experience.

You are consenting to receive job alert emails. You can unsubscribe at any time. Later you can "Get Hired" to create a full account to edit your preferences. Read our privacy policy for more details.

Note: This is a refined job description based on the provided content. All other non-relevant postings have been removed to maintain clarity and focus on the current role.