JOB-20240819-db742659

Senior Practitioner - Assessment and Staying Together Team

Social Worker - Children's Services
Location: Staffordshire, UK
Hourly Rate: £33.30 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing, Flexible (Full-Time/Part-Time)

Exciting Opportunity:
Join the Assessment and Staying Together Team in Staffordshire as a Senior Practitioner and play a key role in delivering essential social work services to children and families. In this impactful position, you will lead complex cases, support children at risk, and work closely with families to keep them together safely whenever possible. Whether you prefer part-time or full-time hours, we offer the flexibility you need to balance your career and life.

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexible Hours: Choose between full-time and part-time options to suit your lifestyle.

• Competitive Pay: Earn £33.30 per hour alongside the flexibility to balance work and personal commitments.

• Professional Development: Access continuous learning and development opportunities to keep you ahead in your field.

• Collaborative Environment: Work in a dynamic, supportive team where your expertise is valued and shared.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the flexibility to choose your hours, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

What You Will Do:

• Caseload Management: Handle complex cases involving child protection and care planning, ensuring the safety and well-being of children.

• Supervision and Mentoring: Provide guidance and supervision to less experienced social workers, helping them navigate complex issues.

• Reporting and Court Preparation: Prepare detailed reports and provide evidence in court, advocating for the best interests of children.

• Risk Assessments: Use evidence-based tools to conduct thorough risk assessments, ensuring child protection within families.

• Collaborative Work: Build strong, integrated partnerships with health, education, and law enforcement to support families effectively.

• Safeguarding Leadership: Lead safeguarding initiatives, ensuring statutory requirements are met and promoting preventative measures to avoid children entering care.