Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Childrens)

Guidant Global; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A social service organization is seeking a Social Worker or Senior Practitioner to support children and care leavers in Stoke-on-Trent. The role includes conducting assessments, creating tailored care plans, and collaborating with families. Candidates should have relevant experience and a passion for making a difference. Attractive hourly pay rates apply depending on experience, and the position is full time, Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Free parking available onsite

Qualifications

• ASYE + relevant experience in social work required.
• Experience working with children in care.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children in care to achieve positive outcomes.
• Conduct assessments and create tailored care plans.
• Provide guidance and safeguarding support to vulnerable children.

Skills

Supporting children in care

Conducting assessments

Collaborating with families

Providing safeguarding support

Ensuring children's wellbeing

Job description

Job Opportunity: Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's)
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Hours: Monday to Friday
Pay: Up to £24.38 per hour

Team: East Staffordshire Children in Care & Care Leavers
Team Size: 7 members
Office Location: Burton Area Office, Grange Street, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2ER
Parking: Free parking available onsite

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting children in care and care leavers to achieve positive outcomes

• Conducting assessments and creating care plans tailored to individual needs

• Collaborating closely with families, carers, and partner agencies

• Providing advice, guidance, and safeguarding support to vulnerable children

• Ensuring children's voices are heard and their wellbeing is prioritised

• Participating in team meetings and contributing to practice development

Pay Rates (In line with MOU):

1. Social Worker / Band 1

   • ASYE + at least 2 years' experience

   • £28.55 per hour

2. Senior Social Worker / Band 2

   • ASYE + at least 3 years' experience

   • £30.57 per hour

3. Advanced/Senior Practitioner / Assistant Team Manager

   • Includes caseload management + supervisory/practice development duties

   • £33.30 per hour

What happens now?

If you're passionate about making a real difference and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you! Apply on below post

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