This is an exciting opportunity to join us as a Senior Practitioner in the Duty and Assessment Team, located in the vibrant city of Stoke-on-Trent. Offering a rewarding role with a salary of £33.30 per hour, this ongoing full-time position is perfect for experienced and visionary Senior Children and Families Social Workers. If you are driven to make a real difference to the lives of children and families and lead with excellence, you should definitely apply. As part of a dynamic team, you will deliver high-quality assessments and work closely with families and local agencies to create Initial Child in Need and Child Protection Plans. Together, let us continue to build upon our strong partnerships and drive significant change.
Perks and benefits:
* Locum work allows you the flexibility to balance your work and personal life, ensuring you can enjoy your passions outside of your career.
* Enjoy complimentary parking through our critical user parking permit at various car parks across the city, making your commute a breeze.
* Be part of our journey in innovative practice development with opportunities to become a ‘champion’ in various areas.
* Supported workforce culture prioritising teamwork, personal development, and mutual support, alongside regular team meetings and learning sessions.
What you will do:
* Collaborate with families, partners, and colleagues using restorative practices to ensure the welfare and safeguarding of children.
* Conduct Child and Family Assessments and lead on the development of Child in Need and Child Protection Plans.
* Be part of our rota with a manageable four-week duty cycle, offering focused time to develop casework.
* Liaise with community-based services and agencies to provide a cohesive multi-disciplinary approach.
* Participate in regular supervision and continuous learning through group meetings, peer reviews, and external speakers.
Stoke-on-Trent offers a unique working and living environment, known for being one of the friendliest places in the UK. With its compact geographical size, you’ll find it easy to travel around, leaving more time for the things that matter most. Our rich cultural heritage and community spirit make it an inviting and supportive place to settle and thrive. Join us and experience the warmth and opportunities that await in Stoke-on-Trent.
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