Job Title: Advanced Practitioner (Social Work) – Family Support & Protection Team
Location: Rochdale, UK
Salary: £40 per hour
Contract: Locum, Full-time for 3 months
Are you an enthusiastic and committed social work professional ready to embark on an exciting new journey with the Family Support and Protection Service in Rochdale? We are seeking skilled Advanced Practitioners to join our evolving team for a three-month locum position. You’ll be part of a vital transition to a family safeguarding model, helping to develop multi-disciplinary teams in a modern, supportive environment. This role offers the perfect opportunity to showcase your abilities whilst enhancing your career with a manageable caseload, excellent managerial support, and flexibility around personal commitments.
Perks and benefits:
* Enjoy the benefits of locum work, where you have the freedom to explore various roles and settings, broadening your experience and professional network.
* A manageable caseload that allows you the time and space to perform direct, meaningful work with children and families, ensuring quality service delivery without feeling overwhelmed.
* Flexible working patterns, enabling you to balance your professional and personal life seamlessly.
* Engage in regular reflective supervision with experienced managers who are dedicated to your growth and success.
* Access to abundant training opportunities, including motivational interviewing, equipping you with skills that enhance both personal and professional development.
* Work in a friendly, modern, and award-winning environment that supports your well-being and professional advancement.
* Benefit from excellent agile working arrangements that provide you with the flexibility of working in ways that best suit your style.
* Be part of a supportive and friendly team of Social Workers and Managers who are passionate about what they do and welcome agency workers as an integral resource to our success.
* Additional perk: Enjoy opportunities for career growth with a role that enhances and builds on your management skills in an exciting sector.
What you will do:
* Support and collaborate with Social Workers and Team Managers in operational management and quality assurance of the team.
* Play a key role in the transition to the family safeguarding model by promoting a multi-disciplinary, whole-family approach.
* Provide guidance and supervision to less experienced team members, including support for ASYE workers in the workplace.
* Engage in child protection work, including the completion of care proceedings, to ensure the well-being and safety of children within the community.
* Maintain compliance with required standards by ensuring accurate, timely recording, and completion of work.
Living and working in Rochdale offers a unique blend of urban life with the tranquility of surrounding natural landscapes. Its strong sense of community, rich history, and growing cultural scene make it a fantastic place to both work and unwind. Join us in Rochdale and be part of a vibrant town that values diversity and promotes professional growth.
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