Social Work Practitioner

Dunnebier Print & Marketing; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local organization in Wombwell, Barnsley is looking for an experienced Advanced Social Work Practitioner for a part-time role. This position includes leading a team, providing supervision, and conducting assessments to support vulnerable children. The successful candidate will promote best practices and work collaboratively with multi-agency partners. The role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement and aims to drive positive outcomes for families. Apply now to influence front-line practice and gain ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Flexibility in work location

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker must have current registration.
• Significant statutory experience in Duty & Assessment.
• Skilled in reflective supervision and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of child protection and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a small team, providing reflective supervision.
• Undertake complex duty and assessment work.
• Deliver timely, outcome-focused interventions.
• Drive best practice and promote the Stronger Together model.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners.

Skills

Reflective supervision

Team leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Child protection knowledge

Education

Qualified Social Worker with current registration (SWE)

Job description

Location

Wombwell, Barnsley

Contract

Fixed Term / Maternity Cover Until May 2026

Hours

18.5 hours per week

Working Pattern

Hybrid working available

Pay

Competitive dependent on experience

About The Role

We’re seeking an experienced and confident Advanced Social Work Practitioner to lead and support a small team within the Assessment & Duty Team on a part‑time basis. This role is ideal for someone with strong statutory experience who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, delivering high‑quality assessments and interventions that make a real difference to children and families.

You will play a key role in embedding best practice and ensuring consistent, reflective supervision across the team. The successful candidate will champion the Stronger Together model, underpinned by Signs of Safety, working collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for vulnerable children.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a small team, providing reflective supervision and guidance.
• Undertake complex duty and assessment work in line with statutory requirements.
• Deliver timely, outcome‑focused interventions with a child‑centred approach.
• Drive best practice and promote the Stronger Together model.
• Work collaboratively with multi‑agency partners to ensure effective safeguarding.
• Support team development and quality assurance of casework.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration (SWE).
• Significant statutory experience in Duty & Assessment.
• Skilled in reflective supervision and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of child protection, legislation, and safeguarding practice.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to drive best practice and achieve positive outcomes for children.
• Must speak English to an appropriate professional standard.

Benefits

• Hybrid working (office and home‑based flexibility).
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to influence and shape front‑line practice.
• Ongoing professional development and supervision.

Additional Details

Start Date: January 2026
Location: Wombwell, Barnsley
Contract: 18.5 hours per week Maternity Cover
Requirements: Qualified Social Worker (SWE), Duty & Assessment experience essential