Senior Practitioners - Looked After Children

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  • Blaenau Gwent
  • £41.00-43.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Start instantly| Long term contracts| Retention Bonuses | Supportive Management | High FlexibilityNot feeling fulfilled in your current locum role as we head into Summer?We're working exclusively with a stable and supportive local authority seeking a Senior Practitioner to join their Looked After Children (LAC) Team. This role offers a competitive rate of up to £42 per hour, with the chance to join a close-knit and collaborative team dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for children in care.This position focuses on care planning, permanency, and long-term support for looked after children. To be considered, you must have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience. The team is well-established, with long-standing permanent staff who provide excellent peer support and mentoring to new joiners. Remote working is strongly encouraged, and the team is expanding to support continued growth and demand.What's on offer:
  • Manageable caseloads - Small but complex
  • Flexible working options: 4-day week, condensed hours, or traditional 37-hour week
  • Loyalty Bonus: Earn up to £150 extra weekly
  • Supportive management and team culture
  • Remote working strongly supported
  • Start date flexibility: They are happy to wait up to a month for the right candidate
  • Internal progression opportunities: Move across teams if desired
  • Market-leading payroll system
This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your leadership and practice skills in a well-supported environment, surrounded by experienced professionals who share your commitment to improving the lives of children and young people in care.Additionally, if you know another Senior Practitioner or Social Worker who may be interested, we offer a £500 referral bonus for successful placements.To apply, please send your CV or contact Nathan directly at nathan@leadersincare.co.uk for more details.Please note: As this is a statutory role, you must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Care Wales.

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