About the role
Are you an experienced Social Worker looking for the next step in your career? We're seeking a Senior Practitioner to join the Children in Care Team at Scott House, Huntingdon. The role offers a hybrid working pattern, combining office and home-based work.
Our goal in Children in Care is to secure permanence for children and young people who are Looked After, ensuring they are in a safe, suitable home that promotes their well-being and development. We support their educational, physical, and mental health needs.
If you believe this role matches your skills, we would love to hear from you! For more details, contact Nathalie at 01223 475920 or email joinus@cambridgeshire.gov.uk.
Closing date: 16th July. Interviews will be held during the week starting 21st July.
This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
What will you be doing?
The responsibilities of a Senior Practitioner in Children in Care include:
* Leading complex cases involving risks and safety concerns for children, young people, and families.
* Producing concise, analytical reports for court and other settings.
* Providing leadership and supervision to Social Workers and Child Practitioners, supporting their performance and development.
* Supporting NQSWs in their ASYE and acting as an assessor; supervising Student Social Workers.
* Planning, allocating, and reviewing cases.
* Participating in recruitment and induction of staff.
* Collaborating with the Team Manager on case audits and management tasks.
About you
We seek confident, dynamic individuals who enjoy making a difference in their community, are curious, observant, and relationship-oriented.
You must:
* Be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
* Be able to work flexibly across locations and travel countywide independently.
For full role requirements, please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification.
Our benefits include:
* A comprehensive wellbeing package covering all aspects of wellbeing, accessible to your family.
* Six days of protected CPD time annually.
* A relocation package up to £8,000 (eligibility applies).
* Scalable retention payments up to £8,850 over three years, starting after one year.
* A Refer a Friend Scheme offering £350 for successful referrals.
* Access to the Cambridgeshire Academy for Reaching Excellence (CARE) for your professional development.
Further details and benefits are available in the attached brochure.
About us
Cambridgeshire offers a diverse living and working environment, from urban Cambridge to rural landscapes. Our values underpin our culture and service delivery.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, reflected in our strategies, employee networks, and support groups. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment.
Explore our careers for more opportunities, including apprenticeships, wellbeing programs, and ongoing development.
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* Salary Frequency: Annual
* Job Reference: Ref/1660/6833
* Contract Type: Full Time
* Closing Date: 16 July 2025
* Job Category: Social Worker - Children
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