Senior Practitioner – Children in Care
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
£31.23 Hourly, Full Time Locums
Ongoing
Embark on an impactful journey as a Senior Practitioner specialising in Children in Care in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. With an enticing hourly rate of £31.23, this ongoing full-time locum role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Take your career to an inspiring new height by stepping into this engaging role where your expertise will shine.
Perks and benefits:
Join our team as a Full Time Locum and enjoy unrivalled flexibility, allowing you to balance your work and personal life seamlessly. Benefit from competitive rates that recognise your expertise and dedication. Gain exposure to a diverse range of cases, enhancing your professional development and keeping your skills finely tuned. Additionally, you’ll have access to continuous learning opportunities, ensuring you stay at the forefront of your field.
What you will do:
* Manage a complex caseload of children in care, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
* Undertake statutory visits, care planning, and pathway planning in line with legislation and best practices.
* Provide expert advice, mentorship, and supervision to social workers and other team members.
* Work closely with multi-agency professionals, including health services, education providers, foster carers, and legal representatives.
* Ensure compliance with Children Act 1989 & 2004, Children and Social Work Act 2017, and other relevant legislation.
* Contribute to court proceedings, including writing reports, attending hearings, and giving evidence.
* Advocate for children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and incorporated into care planning.
* Support placement stability by working proactively with foster carers, residential staff, and kinship carers.
* Lead safeguarding investigations and assessments, identifying and mitigating risks effectively.
Requirements:
* Qualified Social Worker with registration with Social Work England.
* in children’s social care, particularly in Children in Care, Looked After Children (LAC), or Permanency Teams.
* Strong knowledge of child protection procedures, care planning regulations, and safeguarding practices.
* Experience in mentoring or supervising social work colleagues.
* Excellent report writing, risk assessment, and court work skills.
* Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and make sound professional decisions.
Desirable criteria:
Experience working in a local authority children’s services team.
Knowledge of fostering, adoption, and permanency planning.
Ability to develop and implement new initiatives to improve outcomes for children in care .
Step into your next adventure in Newcastle upon Tyne, a city brimming with culture, history, and friendly people. Enjoy the city’s renowned Geordie hospitality and explore its stunning quayside, vibrant arts scene, and lively events. Newcastle offers an enriching environment both professionally and personally, making it a fantastic place to live and work.
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