Advanced Practitioner within the Fostering Kinship Team in Southend-on-Sea earning £46,142 to £52,413 annually. Are you ready to take the next step in your career as an Advanced Practitioner We are on the lookout for an exceptional individual to join our dynamic Fostering Kinship Team based in the vibrant town of Southend-on-Sea. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a rewarding environment where your expertise and innovation can make a real difference. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive team dynamic, we offer a work culture that is both challenging and rewarding. This full-time position provides the chance to be a pivotal part of transforming the lives of children and families. Perks and benefits: Our organisation believes in investing in its people. You will enjoy competitive annual leave and a salary package of £46,142 to £52,413. We offer a comprehensive pension scheme to secure your future and ongoing training to keep your skills and knowledge up to date. Work-life balance is important to us; hence, we provide flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle. Additionally, you will have access to employee support services, offering help when you need it, because we value your well-being and professional development. What you will do: - Manage cases of high sensitivity or complexity, providing specialist advice and professional consultation - Recommend needs-led assessments and interventions, adhering to strict criteria and policy - Deliver efficient and cost-effective assessment, intervention, and therapeutic services to young people and their families, ensuring professional assessment of needs - Gather, investigate, evaluate and analyse all necessary information on assigned cases, ensuring clarity, reliability, and realistic action plans - Develop practices that take a holistic view of the individual, considering their immediate and extended social circles - Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and council policies and procedures in all case management - Maintain high professional standards during investigations, enquiries, and assessments, ensuring comprehensive care planning and record maintenance - Identify service enhancements and support a culture of continuous improvement - Prepare and submit written reports, including statements and care plans for care proceedings in family, county, and high courts - Act as Duty Worker when needed, responding to queries and issues on cases managed by the team - Support and develop a range of evidence-based preventative services aimed at allowing children to be looked after in their birth families - Deputise for the Service Manager in their absence, including supervising the contact function of the service Requirements of this Advanced Practitioner role: - SWE Registered - A Social Work Qualification or equivalent - Understanding of relevant legislation - Registered or eligible for registration Living and working in Southend-on-Sea means enjoying the best of both worlds. A stunning seaside location with direct access to award-winning beaches and a vibrant cultural scene, Southend offers an excellent standard of living and lifestyle options. It is a fantastic place to both work and unwind. Join us and make Southend-on-Sea your new home while advancing your career in a fulfilling and impactful way. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.