Make a Real Difference - Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner (Children & Families)
Staffordshire County Council | Up to £33.30 per hour (Umbrella)
Monday-Friday | 09:00-17:00 | Hybrid Working Available
Staffordshire County Council is recruiting an experienced Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner (Grade 10) to join a supportive and forward-thinking Children & Families Service on a locum basis.
This is a high-impact role for a confident practitioner passionate about strengths-based, restorative practice, early intervention, and helping families thrive within their communities.
The Role
Managing complex cases and delivering high-quality social work interventions
Using restorative and strengths-based approaches to support children and families
Supporting families to develop their own plans through Family Meetings and Family Group Conferences
Completing high-quality assessments and reports for court, Child Protection Conferences and statutory reviews
Reviewing and monitoring children and family plans to achieve aspirational outcomes
Working collaboratively with families, colleagues and partner agencies
Maintaining accurate records in line with organisational policies and ICS requirements
Contributing to service development, policy and new initiatives
Upholding BASW Code of Ethics and Social Work England professional standards
Deputising for the Team Manager when required
Why Join Staffordshire?
Supportive and progressive Children & Families Service
Strong emphasis on quality practice and early intervention
Opportunity to influence practice and mentor colleagues
Hybrid working to support work-life balance
Competitive locum rate up to £33.30 per hour (Umbrella)
What Happens Next?
If you're passionate about making a real difference and meet the requirements for this role, we'd love to hear from you.
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