Advanced Practitioner, Integrated Front Door Team
Pay rate to £40 per hour
Contract role
Vitalis is recruiting for an experienced Advanced Practitioner for an Integrated Front Door Team in Bolton.
Our Assessment Service, part of Bolton Council’s Front Door, handles referrals and assessments for children at risk of significant harm and in need of support for their welfare and protection. The team manages Section 47 enquiries, social care assessments, Initial Child Protection Conferences, Care Proceedings, and the Public Law Outline.
As a Deputy Team Manager, you will support the team manager in supervising and guiding social workers, ensuring high-quality services and effective safeguarding in compliance with statutory and legislative standards. You will oversee supervision, quality assurance, performance management, and audits to maintain excellent standards of work.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Duty Week: Every 4 weeks, the team manages all referrals and assessments for the locality. During this week, the successful candidate will complete Section 47 enquiries, respond to urgent referrals, and conduct Child and Family Assessments.
2. Ongoing Casework: The role includes long-term work such as Child in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), PLO, and court proceedings. Experience in CIN and CP is essential; PLO and court experience are desirable but support will be provided.
3. Flexibility: Candidates with CIC experience are welcome, especially those interested in transitioning to CP work and understanding the practice differences.
Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing, and SEND
* Dedicated Consultant – Access to a specialist who understands the market, has UK-wide connections, and provides tailored career advice.
* Hassle-Free Registration – Quick and easy registration process.
* Exclusive Incentives – Referral schemes, bonuses, and perks.
* Compliance Simplified – We handle ongoing compliance, allowing you to focus on your work.
* Fast, Reliable Payroll – Prompt and consistent payments.
We have opportunities across various public sector roles, including:
* Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
* Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
* Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
* Looked After Children (LAC)
* Children’s Social Work
* Adult Social Work
* Service Manager
* Head of Service
* Team Manager
* Assistant Team Manager
* Housing roles
* SEND roles in local authorities
Contact Olivia Russell at olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or call 07521053670 to explore these exciting opportunities and take the next step in your career!
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