3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: • We are seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner – Children in Need (CIN) to join a dynamic team on a hybrid working basis (2 days per week in the office). • This is a senior-level role, more akin to that of an Assistant Team Manager, and is not suitable for Social Workers or Senior Social Workers. • The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex cases and supporting both the team and management in delivering high-quality services to children and families. Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample): • Hold and manage a small, complex allocation of children's cases. • Provide reflective supervision to the Family Support Worker. • Support the Team Manager in day-to-day responsibilities. • Chair meetings and ensure timely statutory visits are completed. • Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records. • Undertake life journey work with children as required. • Communicate effectively with children, families, and professionals. • Provide guidance and mentoring to newer or less experienced staff members. Skills/Experience: • Must have direct experience working with Children in Need (CIN). • Minimum of three years post-qualifying experience in a permanent social work role. • Proven ability to manage complex social work cases and decision-making. • Experience of supervising staff and providing reflective supervision. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team. • Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures. • HCPC/Social Work England registration required. Additional Information: • Candidate MUST HAVE Child in need experience. • Hybrid role – 2 days/week from the office. • Must have 3 years PQE in a permanent role.