At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and supervise foster carers while making a real difference in children's lives.
- Company: Join Bromley's Outstanding Permanency Service team dedicated to children and families.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options and a supportive environment for career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team committed to positive family outcomes.
- Qualifications: Professional social work qualification and experience with children and families required.
The predicted salary is between 46952 - 55749 £ per year.
Permanent Senior Practitioner – Salary: £46,952 to £55,749 per annum. £2,000 Golden Hello bonus and £2,000 Annual Retention Allowance. Location: Bromley Civic Centre / flexible working. Hours: full time – 36 hours per week.
Seeking a Senior Practitioner to join our Permanency team at Bromley. The role involves assessing, training, supporting, and supervising foster carers, kinship carers and supported lodgings hosts in line with the relevant Regulations, National Minimum Standards and good practice. Bromley is committed to making children and young people in the Borough its top priority, and has achieved Outstanding social work practice following our recent Ofsted Inspection.
About The Team
The successful candidate will join a warm, friendly and enthusiastic team that is dedicated to making a difference to the lives of children and families in our borough.
Responsibilities
- Undertake a range of assessment work, including Connected Persons, Special Guardianship, Form F and Non‑Agency assessments.
- Provide Supervising Social Work support to temporarily approved carers.
- Conduct home visits, attend in‑person meetings and events, and complete office‑based work.
Key Requirements / Qualifications
- Possess a professional qualification such as a Degree, Masters, C.Q.S.W. or Dip. Social Work.
- Be registered with Social Work England or able to obtain registration prior to commencement of employment.
- Have appropriate post‑qualification experience with children and family placements, fostering, and kinship care.
- Demonstrate a genuine respect for families, a belief in the benefits of life‑long learning, and knowledge of family issues.
- Be approachable, enthusiastic, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Have excellent organisational skills and the ability to work in partnership with agencies to achieve positive outcomes for families.
- Be proficient in IT software and able to maintain accurate records.
- Hold an enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service check and a degree or equivalent qualification in Social Care.
Benefits
- Golden Hello & Annual Retention Allowance
- Merited Pay Scheme
- 30 days Annual Leave
- Participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Excellent training and career development pathway
- Free Car Parking at Bromley Civic Centre
- Claim mileage for business trips in line with HMRC guidance
- Retention Allowance (up to £8,000) for successful candidates relocating from overseas or the outer southeast area
- Salary sacrifice schemes, including for lease cars, technology equipment and gym memberships
- Discounts at local retailers and national schemes
Equality & Diversity
We welcome applications from ex‑Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners. As a disability‑confident employer, we encourage applications from people with disabilities and will consider reasonable adjustments to support disability employment.
Contact
For informal discussion or further information about the role, please contact Jacquie Reid (Team Manager, Permanency Service) on 020 8461 7417 or Jacquie.Reid@bromley.gov.uk.
Senior Practitioner - Permanency Service employer: London Borough of Bromley
Bromley Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for Senior Practitioners in the Permanency Service. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from excellent training opportunities, a generous leave policy, and a competitive salary package that includes a Golden Hello bonus and retention allowances. Located at the Bromley Civic Centre, the team prioritises the welfare of children and families, fostering a culture of collaboration and respect, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in their community.
