JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Senior Social Work Practitioner - Children Assessment Team Location: Stevenage, UK Salary: £42.50 per hour Contract Type: Ongoing Locum Hours: Full-Time/Part-Time options We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Social Work Practitioner to join the Children Assessment Team in Stevenage. This ongoing locum role offers flexibility with both full-time and part-time options, providing a rewarding opportunity for professionals looking to lead high-quality assessments and mentor a team of skilled social workers. Perks and Benefits Flexible working hours to support your work-life balance. Competitive hourly rates for your skills and experience. Opportunities to gain diverse experience across a variety of cases. Access to professional development resources to support career progression. Work within a collaborative, multi-agency environment supporting children and families. Purpose of the Role As a Senior Social Work Practitioner, you will lead and deliver statutory social work assessments for children, young people, and families, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and improved outcomes. You will also provide supervision, mentoring, and professional leadership to a team of social workers. Key Responsibilities Undertake statutory assessments in line with the Children Act 1989/2004, ensuring the welfare and protection of children. Develop, monitor, and review child protection and child-in-need plans, identifying risks, protective factors, and family strengths. Maintain accurate case records and statutory documentation to inform decisions and interventions. Supervise and mentor social workers, promoting reflective practice and professional development. Collaborate with multi-agency partners including health, education, police, and voluntary sectors for coordinated safeguarding responses. Conduct risk assessments and develop management plans for children at risk, maintaining a proactive safeguarding approach. Ensure timely escalation of concerns in line with local and national safeguarding policies. Contribute to service improvement initiatives and policy development through professional expertise and experience. About Stevenage Stevenage is a thriving town offering excellent amenities, a vibrant community, and rich history. It provides an ideal environment to grow professionally while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle. Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and numerous prestigious industry awards, we are committed to securing the best roles and rates that match your skills and experience.