Senior Practitioner

My Social Work News; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency in Newcastle is looking for a Social Work Senior Practitioner to join the Assessments Team. Embrace the opportunity to manage complex cases and contribute to children's welfare while enjoying a competitive hourly rate of £32.83. This role offers flexibility and the chance to work on diverse and impactful cases in a vibrant city. Expand your skills and make a difference in vulnerable lives.

Benefits

Hourly Salary: £32.83

Diverse Experience

Networking Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex children's cases.
• Ability to complete high-quality statutory assessments.
• Skill in providing practice leadership to Social Workers.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-risk children’s cases, including child protection enquiries.
• Complete assessments in line with Children Act and Working Together.
• Support Team Manager with decision-making and oversight.

Skills

Child protection

Statutory assessments

Multi-agency collaboration

Mentoring

Service improvement

Job description

Social Work Senior Practitioner – Assessments Team in Newcastle, earning £32.83 hourly. Ongoing.

Full Time/Part Time positions are available. This is a thrilling opportunity for a Social Work Senior Practitioner to join our dynamic Assessments Team. Bring your expertise to Newcastle and enjoy the flexibility and financial benefits that locum work offers. Embrace the chance to expand your skills and make a tangible difference in vulnerable lives.

Perks and benefits:

• Hourly Salary: Enjoy the freedom and rewards of earning £32.83 per hour, allowing you to have control over your workload and schedule.
• Diverse Experience: Working with various cases enriches your professional development and keeps the job exciting and varied.
• Networking Opportunities: As a locum, you will engage with different teams and professionals, enhancing your career growth and expanding your professional network.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexibility in hours ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance, giving you time to recharge and pursue personal interests.
• Professional Development: Continuous learning opportunities and training ensure you stay at the forefront of the social work sector.

What you will do:

• Manage complex and high-risk children’s cases, including Section 47 child protection enquiries.
• Complete high-quality statutory assessments in line with the Children Act and Working Together.
• Provide practice leadership, mentoring and informal supervision to Social Workers and NQSWs.
• Support the Team Manager with allocation, decision-making and oversight of duty work.
• Lead multi‑agency working and represent the service at conferences, panels and court when required.
• Ensure assessments are child‑centred, timely and meet quality standards.
• Contribute to service improvement, audits, policy development and reflective practice.

Newcastle offers a vibrant lifestyle with its cultural attractions, parks, and friendly community. Known for its rich history and lively city centre, Newcastle is a fantastic place to live and work. Embrace the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Quayside, thriving arts scene, and acclaimed dining experiences while taking your social work career to new heights.

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