SW Locums have an exciting opportunity has arisen in the Child Protection and Early Intervention Team based at Lynton House for a dynamic, motivated Senior Practitioner.

This role would suit a highly motivated, dynamic and tenacious individual who is competent with their statutory duties under the Children Act 1989 and has a sound understanding of other legislation and guidance relating to Safeguarding Children.

Applicants must hold Social Work England Registration, a current Enhanced DBS issued within the past 12 months and Right to work in the UK.

This post is the first step towards experiencing social work management and managerial decision making. The post holder will have the opportunity to take the lead in an area of social work practice.

This role will entail excellent assessment/analysis skills, a clear understanding of thresholds and a flair for thinking SMART and creatively in relation to care planning for those children who are subject to Child in Need and Child Protection Plans. The role will also include holding some of the most complex cases that require the local authority to initiate the PLO and Court Proceedings and therefore practice experience around cases in court is essential.

Other tasks will include taking responsibility for mentoring and supporting Newly Qualified Social Workers as well as playing an integral park in enhancing Social Work Practice across the service. 

The ideal candidate should have the following attributes: 

• Experience of working with children, young people and their families;
• Excellent writing skills and who is confident in representing the service at professional forums. 
• Committed to achieving positive outcomes for Children who are subject to Child in Need, Child Protection plans as well as those that are subject to Court Orders.
• Experience of completing assessments and developing SMART care plans for children, young people and their families; and
• A proven track record of establishing positive and meaningful relationships with children, young people and their families as well as colleagues
• A proven record for meeting statutory timescales
• Able to deputise for the Practice Manager where needed including quality assuring work completed by Social Workers.  

At SW Locums you will benefit from:

• Constant support with your own, vastly experienced and knowledgeable consultant.
• Great rates of pay.
• No “waffle” straight talking, conscientious and informed advice.
• Fastest and accurate payments available.
• Contact available 24/7.
• Access to exclusive vacancies nationwide.
• Free DBS and compliance service.
• Access to on-going training opportunities.
• Industry leading “Refer a Friend” recommendation scheme offering up to £300 for successfully placed referrals.
• Excellent “Find your own job” bonus – get £250 for bringing your own position to us *

* Terms and conditions apply to our bonus scheme.