Social Work Senior Practitioner - Assessment Team

Sanctuary Personnel

  • Herefordshire
  • £54,100 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
JOB-20241107-791d94d2We are seeking an experienced Social Work Senior Practitioner to join our dynamic Assessment Team based in Herefordshire, offering an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. With an annual salary between £49,920 and £54,100, this full-time, permanent role allows you to work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise is valued. Our team is known for delivering high-quality service and fostering innovative approaches to social work. We work alongside families in partnership, respecting their rights and helping them identify their needs, always ensuring that the children’s welfare is our top priority.Perks and benefits:- As a full-time, permanent position, this role provides not only job security but also the chance to grow within a flourishing community.
- Benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and indulge in a workplace that champions work-life balance.
- The picturesque landscapes of Herefordshire offer a serene living environment with a rich cultural heritage and vibrant community events to engage with, ideal for both personal and professional fulfillment.What you will do:- Manage a caseload of complex cases to effectively utilize resources.
- Maintain your professional development in social work practice and model this to staff, fostering a strong learning culture.
- Use your professional skills to provide case reflection and management to team members, ensuring compliance with national and departmental standards.
- Support team members in enhancing their professional knowledge to improve the overall quality of practice.
- Attend court proceedings to offer professional input on high-profile cases.
- Collaborate regularly with peers to ensure consistent and high-standard practices across the Directorate.
- Supervise social work students and non-social work staff within the team.
- Build positive relationships with partners and local family courts for effective legal proceedings.
- Promote effective social work practice with clear, reflective supervision and case work.
- Encourage effective communication within the team and with partners to support children and families.
- Ensure that the perspectives of children, young people, and their parents/carers are integral to assessments and service development.
- Support the professional growth of team members by advising on case management and offering quality assurance.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to contribute to service improvement, ensuring children's voices are heard, and service plans are clear and accessible.Requirements:- Relevant Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, CSS).
- SWE registration.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Up-to-date knowledge of national and local policies, statutory guidance, and social care legislation.
- Understanding of social care processes and responsibilities, including person-centred planning.
- Knowledge of confidentiality principles and information governance.
- Awareness of inclusion, diversity, culture, equality, and equity and their impact on practice.
- Significant experience in assessing children's needs and improving their lives in a UK statutory setting.Contact: This Social Worker job is advertised by Alex Moon; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now.Regretfully we are only able to respond to experienced Social Work applicants who meet these requirements for this Permanent Social Work role as we need to meet o

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