Senior Practitioner

3 months contract with a Local Authority Pay Rate: £42.50 per hour umbrella Enhanced DBS with barred list required Summary This is a 3-month contract position with a Local Authority, offering a pay rate of £42.50 per hour under an umbrella arrangement. The role requires an Enhanced DBS with a barred list. The primary responsibility is to manage a complex caseload involving children, young people, and families.

The position involves conducting assessments, planning, and delivering interventions to ensure their safety and well-being. The successful candidate will provide leadership, mentoring, and support to less experienced staff, contribute to service development, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and safeguarding legislation.

The role allows for a high degree of autonomy while maintaining regular supervision and accountability.

Responsibilities

Handle a complex caseload of children, young people, and families, conducting assessments and interventions in compliance with statutory and regulatory standards. Collaborate with children, families, and partner agencies to assess needs and create effective support plans. Plan, implement, and review services and interventions to achieve positive outcomes for service users.

Assist the Team Manager in supervising and developing Social Workers and other professional staff as needed. Serve as a practice lead within the team, promoting high standards of professional practice and safeguarding. Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to less experienced practitioners and newly appointed staff.

Act as a Practice Educator for ASYE and student Social Workers when appropriate.

Requirements

At least 2 years of post-qualifying Social Work experience. Experience managing complex cases involving children, young people, and families. Experience in conducting statutory assessments, care planning, and intervention work. Degree in Social Work or an equivalent recognized qualification. Registration with the relevant Social Work professional body.

Additional Information Working hours are 37 hours per week. An Enhanced DBS with a barred list is required. The role is based at Sand Martin House, with a minimum of 2 days in the office. Payments are made on a bi-weekly schedule. The role closes soon, so please apply as soon as possible.