Description Job Title: Senior Practitioner - Community Led Support (CLS) Team 3 Salary: £45,624 - £52,038 per annum (Plus £3K per annum Market Supplement - t his is subject to annual review) Grade: F Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37 hours per week About the Role Thurrock Council are looking to recruit a Senior Social Work Practitioner to join Adult Social Care Services on a full-time permanent basis. Successful applicants will be joining a Community Led Support Team that is committed to connecting individuals with their communities. As part of a CLS Team you will be working in a way that is responsive and proportionate, working with people to achieve their outcomes using their strengths and their community creativity, linking people with their communities and focusing on what matters rather than what’s the matter. The team is about responsive social care support that creates opportunity for vulnerable people to come together with their community to create opportunities and outcomes, while providing support that is committed to safeguarding the most vulnerable. What We’re Looking For We are looking for a Senior Practitioner with at least two years managerial experience to join this supportive team and highly skilled team. You will need to be able to supervise social workers and support planners. Also, work closely with colleagues in other departments, and agencies to meet the care and support needs, and outcomes for our service users. You will become part of a very stable, award-winning team, where we provide the opportunity for you to grow and develop and join a very innovative and supportive service. You will need to be an excellent communicator and able to work alongside colleagues in Health and Voluntary organisations. Essential Qualifications: Social Work degree qualification and be registered with Social Work England (SWE). DBS Check: Enhanced Level with Adults Barred List is required for this post. Benefits of Working with Us At Thurrock Council, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including: Generous annual leave entitlement Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable) Ongoing training and professional development Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support Staff discounts and local offers A supportive and inclusive working environment Important Dates Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 29th January 2026 Closing Date (Internal & External): 15th February 2026 Interview Date: To Be Confirmed Additional Information If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact: Joyce Muzangwa via joyce.muzangwa@thurrock.gov.uk To view the Job Profile and Person Specification, please follow the link below: Download Job Profile (PDF Document) Application Requirements As part of the Safer Recruitment process, Gap Management is required for all Safeguarding roles. Please complete the Gaps in Employment grid provided (refer to the example document for guidance) and upload it under Miscellaneous Documents as part of your application. If the Job Profile and Person Specification list any qualifications as essential, please also upload copies of those relevant qualifications. Gaps in Employment Form Gaps in Employment Example