Social Work Senior Practitioner - Looked After Children
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire
- £30.00-33.30 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Shrewsbury, UK
Salary: £33.30 Hourly
Type: Locum – OngoingThis is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Social Work Senior Practitioner to join our Looked After Children Service in Shrewsbury. You will work full time, immersing yourself in rewarding work that truly makes a difference in the lives of children and their families. With an hourly rate of £33.30, this is a chance to leverage your skills in an engaging and supportive environment. Shrewsbury offers a vibrant community and a charming place to work and live, making it an ideal location for your professional journey.Perks and benefits:
Locum positions provide you with the flexibility to balance work and personal pursuits without the constraints of a permanent position. Enjoy competitive hourly rates that reflect your experience and expertise. Working locum gives you the opportunity to gain diverse experience across different settings, enriching your professional skills. Our supportive team and collaborative work environment ensure that you are not just taking on a job, but joining a community that values growth and personal development. Plus, working in Shrewsbury offers the charm of a historic market town with modern conveniences at your doorstep.What you will do:Undertake ongoing assessments and interventions with children and families to ensure the right services are accessed at the right time.Progress children’s plans, ensuring the voice of the child is integral to case planning.Visit and work with families as needed, assessing and reassessing the needs of children looked after by the local authority.Act as a Case Manager and co-ordinate appropriate review meetings.Serve as a Key Worker where a Children Looked After Plan is in operation.Provide and contribute to Child & Family Assessments.Develop methods for identifying and assessing children in need as per the Children’s Services Plan.Offer information and advice to assist children and families in resolving issues.Liaise with other agencies on behalf of service users, coordinating resources and arranging assistance.Carry out duties as authorised by senior management.Present evidence and reports to courts as required.
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