Senior Practitioner - Adolescents Service

JOB-20241107-791d94d2

Job Title:
Senior Practitioner - Adolescents Service

Specialism:
Social Care

Location:
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Salary:
£46,956.00 per annum

Type:
Full Time | Permanent

We are on the lookout for an experienced Senior Practitioner to join our Adolescents Service within Social Care in the vibrant city of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Offering a competitive annual salary of £46,956.00, this full-time position is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people. Our friendly and supportive team is dedicated to providing high-quality services to children and families, making it a rewarding environment for those who thrive on impactful work and dynamic challenges.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive Salary: £46,956.00 per annum.
• Full-Time Role: Fully immerse yourself in rewarding and impactful work.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous professional development to enhance your career.
• Supportive Culture: Collaborative and supportive culture within a passionate team.
• Cambridge Lifestyle: The chance to live and work in one of the UK's most beautiful and historically rich cities.

What you will do:

• Provide professional leadership in complex case arrangements involving assessment and support planning, ensuring the safety and well-being of children, young people, and families.
• Deputise for the Team Manager when required, taking full responsibility for key duties in their absence.
• Undertake timely assessments according to statutory, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Plan, implement, and review services and processes, ensuring adherence to relevant standards and policies.
• Chair and attend childcare meetings to fulfil assessment outcomes through appropriate support provisions.
• Deliver concise and informative reports for settings including Court, based on the analysis of complex evidence.
• Lead and guide team members, ensuring accountability and management of case workloads.
• Develop effective partnerships with colleagues and partner agencies to deliver integrated services.
• Assess and balance risk and protective factors within a safeguarding framework.
• Provide expert advice on case management and risk management of complex situations.
• Empower and promote the welfare of children and young people across your team.
• Act as a practice lead for team members, contributing to inductions and professional development.
• Utilise management information to monitor team performance and address areas of concern.

Cambridge, with its rich heritage and vibrant community, is not just a great place to build your career, but also an amazing place to live. Surrounded by beautiful architecture, lush green spaces, and a lively arts and culture scene, you'll find endless opportunities to unwind and explore everything this incredible city has to offer. Join us and become part of a community making a positive impact on the future of our young people.

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Apply now to join Adolescents Service in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.