JOB-20240819-db742659

Senior Practitioner - Pre-Birth Team

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

Exciting Opportunity:
Step into a pivotal role as a Senior Practitioner within the Pre-Birth Team in the vibrant city of Birmingham. This is your chance to make a profound difference in the lives of vulnerable unborn babies and their families. As a key member of this specialised team, you will lead complex cases, offer professional supervision, and champion high-quality social work practice that ensures the best outcomes for children and families. With flexibility to work part-time or full-time, this ongoing position combines professional growth with a fulfilling purpose.

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £33.30 per hour while enjoying the freedom and flexibility of locum work.

• Flexible Hours: Choose between part-time or full-time working patterns to suit your lifestyle.

• Professional Development: Access continual learning and training opportunities to advance your social work career.

• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including maternity services, midwifery, and adult social care.

• Meaningful Impact: Play a crucial role in safeguarding unborn children and supporting families through early intervention.

What You Will Do:

Practice Leadership:

• Lead and manage complex pre-birth assessments, ensuring decisions are child-centred and comply with statutory requirements.

• Provide reflective supervision and case consultations to social workers in the Pre-Birth Team.

• Champion best practices in safeguarding, addressing concerns such as domestic abuse, substance misuse, and mental health.

• Represent the service in legal proceedings and strategic meetings, ensuring a consistent focus on child welfare.

Case Management & Safeguarding:

• Maintain high standards in case recording, planning, and interventions in line with policy and professional guidelines.