Senior Practitioner - Adolescent Social Work

Senior Practitioner Adolescent Social Work Team Location: South-East England Contract Type: Temporary Salary: Competitive About the Role: Myn is recruiting a Senior Practitioner for our long-term client in the South-East of England. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and dedicated social worker to take on a leadership role within an Adolescent Social Work Team. Youll provide expert guidance and supervision to less experienced colleagues, manage complex cases, and work collaboratively to deliver life-changing outcomes for adolescents and their families. Key Responsibilities: – Carry out statutory duties under the Children Act 1989, focusing on children in need of support and protection. – Supervise, guide, and challenge less experienced social workers to uphold excellent standards of practice. – Undertake assessments, develop care plans, and monitor outcomes for complex cases, ensuring interventions are effective and evidence-based. – Rapidly respond to and support young people aged 1617 who present as homeless, preventing and addressing homelessness through early intervention. – Chair Child in Need meetings, multi-agency risk discussions, and joint housing assessments. – Support Looked After Children by attending reviews, completing care and pathway plans, and ensuring effective outcomes. – Mentor and coach team members to promote reflective practice and holistic family approaches. – Work closely with partner agencies, including health, education, housing, and police, to reduce risks and enhance outcomes for young people. – Keep up-to-date with legislative changes, policies, and evidence-based interventions to embed learning across the team. – Act as a practice leader by shaping and developing service initiatives and participating in working groups and training programmes. Essential Qualifications and Experience: – Degree in Social Work or equivalent (DIPSW, CQSW, CSS). – Registration with Social Work England (SWE). – Proven post-qualification experience in statutory social work settings, particularly with adolescents. – Experience in managing adolescent risks through contextual safeguarding approaches. – Demonstrated ability to mentor, supervise, and support newly qualified social workers or other team members. – Strong understanding of legislation related to young homeless individuals, children in need, and Looked After Children. Skills and Attributes: – Ability to build effective professional relationships with children, families, and partner agencies. – Expertise in assessing needs, making sound professional judgments, and managing risk in high-pressure situations. – Skilled in developing and implementing evidence-based care plans with measurable outcomes. – Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports and represent the service professionally. – In-depth knowledge of child development, trauma, attachment, and resilience theories. – Commitment to promoting equal opportunities and valuing diversity in all aspects of work. What Were Looking For: We need a compassionate, committed, and professional leader who thrives in a collaborative and high-performance environment. You should have the ability to inspire confidence, mentor effectively, and champion excellent practice standards. Requirements: – Ability to travel flexibly across a wide geographical area. – Satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance. – Commitment to ongoing professional development and embodying organisational values. Why Join Us? This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adolescents and their families while advancing your career. Join a team that values innovation, compassion, and shared responsibility. Apply today! JBRP1_UKTJ