Senior Practitioner - Fostering Team

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Job Title: Senior Practitioner - Fostering Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Salary: £47,665.00 per annum
Type: Full Time

We are seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join our dynamic Fostering Team within the Social Worker - Children sector. This exciting role is based in Southend-on-Sea, a vibrant area known for its welcoming community and fantastic seaside lifestyle. Our organisation, a key player in child welfare, prides itself on delivering an exceptional and supportive work environment. With a focus on fostering and development, we offer an excellent opportunity for growth and professional fulfillment. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive annual salary of £47,665.00, and you will be working closely with a fantastic team to make a real difference in young peoples' lives.

Perks and Benefits

• Full-Time Stability: Enjoy a structured work schedule that supports an excellent work-life balance.
• Competitive Salary: Receive an attractive annual salary of £47,665.00, recognising your expertise and commitment.
• Professional Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and clear career progression pathways.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative and innovative team that values your contribution.
• Enhanced Annual Leave: Enjoy generous annual leave entitlements, ensuring time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.

What You Will Do

• Manage cases of high sensitivity or complexity, providing specialist advice and professional consultation.
• Conduct needs-led assessments and interventions, adhering to strict criteria and policy guidelines.
• Deliver an efficient and cost-effective assessment, intervention, and therapeutic service for young people and their families.
• Gather, investigate, evaluate, and analyse necessary information on assigned cases, ensuring clarity and evidence-based conclusions.
• Develop holistic practice approaches that consider the individual within their immediate and extended social circles.
• Ensure case management complies with statutory requirements and organisational procedures.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive reports, including statements and care plans, for legal proceedings as required.
• Represent the fostering team on working parties and at various meetings, contributing to service improvements and resource planning.
• Supervise and support team members, including deputising for the team manager as needed.
• Provide parenting and Special Guardianship asse