Social Work Senior Practitioner - Assessment and Safeguarding Team
Darlington, Durham, England
DL3
- Pay
- £31.8 - 31.8 Per hour
- Job level
- Deputy Home Manager
- Hours
- Full time
- Type
- Agency/Temp/Locum
- Posted
- 4 Jul 2025
- Closes
- 3 Aug 2025
- Pay
- £31.8 - 31.8 Per hour
- Hours
- Full time
- Contract
- Agency/Temp/Locum
- Role
- Deputy Home Manager
- Posted
- 4 Jul 2025
- Closes
- 3 Aug 2025
Job Description
JOB Applydb742659
Social Work Senior Practitioner in Assessment and Safeguarding - Darlington (UK) - £31.80 hourly . Full time, 37 hours per week . Ongoing. Dive into a rewarding role where your impact can truly be seen. We are seeking an innovative and skilled social worker to join our dynamic team in Darlington. If you're excited by challenging situations and have a flair for problem-solving, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
As a Social Work Senior Practitioner within the Assessment and Safeguarding service, you will be at the forefront of supporting children and their families right from the point of referral through to providing ongoing support. Work with us as we navigate the complexities of Child and Families Assessments, CIN, CP, LAC, and care proceedings both public and private. This is your chance to make a real difference while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
If you're wondering why locum work could be your next great move, here are just a few of the benefits: flexible working hours, variety of work experiences, and top-notch rates of pay. Job-specific perks include an office base at Town Hall with agile working policies that provide ultimate flexibility. Dive into your tasks with all necessary remote working equipment provided.
Perks and benefits:
- Hourly Salary: Enjoy a generous £31.80 per hour, ensuring that your talent and hard work are rewarded every step of the way.
- Agile working: Balance your career and personal life with our flexible working policy, allowing you to work from home or our office base, depending on your diary and workload.
- Training opportunities: Access an extensive training directory to continue your professional development.
- Regular reflective supervision: Be supported in your role with consistent supervision from our experienced Team Manager, ensuring you're never without guidance.
- Lovely office environment: Work in the heart of Darlington at our Town Hall base, where teamwork and collaboration are the order of the day.
What you will do:
- Conduct comprehensive Child and Families Assessments
- Manage casework from referral through to CIN, CP, LAC, and care proceedings
- Ensure the welfare and safeguarding of children are prioritised
- Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and attend necessary court proceedings
- Provide expert advice and guidance to families and stakeholders
- Utilize reflective supervision to evaluate and improve casework
Darlington is a hidden gem brimming with charm. Not only is it steeped in rich history, but it also offers an extensive range of cultural and leisure activities. With its friendly communities, excellent schools, and beautiful surrounding countryside, Darlington makes an incredible place both to live and work. Embrace this opportunity to grow, evolve, and make lasting memories. Join us and make a difference in Darlington today!
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