About the Role
Senior Social Work Practitioner – support the Children with Disabilities Team within the Family Help Service.
Take the lead on meaningful work with children and families, collaborating closely with partners to deliver high‑quality, integrated support. Apply relational and restorative practice, support earlier intervention and prevention, and work within a whole‑system approach to strengthen families and improve outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate supportive work with families through relational practice.
* Collaborate with police, health, education and other local‑authority services to create a seamless system of support.
* Provide early intervention and preventive support, ensuring families receive help at the right time.
* Facilitate Family‑Led Decision Making and advocate for children and families.
* Engage in continuous reflective supervision and team‑based support to manage the emotional demands of the role.
Benefits and Working Conditions
* Flexible, hybrid working – up to one week of flexi‑time, plus two days a month.
* Committed to fostering a culture recognising the whole person.
* Free parking, excellent transport links, pool car scheme, NHS car fleet scheme.
* Well‑being and lifestyle benefits – Vivup discounts, 5% off B&Q, £12.50 spa days at the Crowne Plaza, discounted gym memberships, 10% off Mr Mulligans.
* Access to a wide range of wellbeing, lifestyle and financial support offers.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Newcastle City Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to building services that reflect, value and respond to our communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly from those whose identities or experiences are currently under‑represented in the workforce.
Commitment to Child Welfare
We are committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is regulated activity; recruitment checks will include criminal background checks and barred list checks.
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