Specialism: Children’s Social Care
Location: Birmingham, UK
Type: Full Time/Part Time, Ongoing Opportunity
Are you ready to embark on an exciting adventure in social care? We are on the lookout for a skilled Senior Practitioner to join our Corporate Parenting Team in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children in care and provide invaluable support to your team. As a Senior Practitioner, you will earn a rewarding £33.30 per hour, with the flexibility of Full Time or Part Time hours.
Perks and benefits
- Flexible Working: Flexibility is at the heart of this role with Full Time and Part Time options available, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life seamlessly.
- Locum Opportunities: As a locum worker, you can enjoy the freedom to explore different placements and gain varied experiences, broadening your skills and career opportunities.
- Professional Development: Benefit from your experience while you enhance your CV with top-tier professional development opportunities within a supportive team environment.
- Competitive Hourly Rate: Enjoy the unique chance to earn a competitive hourly rate, giving you the ability to maximise your earnings while still having time for life’s other adventures.
- Team Support: Joining the Corporate Parenting Team means accessing resources and support designed to empower you and help you succeed in your role.
What you will do
- Manage a complex caseload of children in care, ensuring statutory duties and timescales are met with precision.
- Lead high-quality assessments and plans in line with legislative requirements, utilising your expert skills to craft the best futures for children in care.
- Provide professional guidance, mentoring, and practice support to less experienced social workers and newly qualified staff, becoming a cornerstone of knowledge and support.
- Chair and facilitate professional discussions, reflective supervision groups, and case consultations as delegated by Team Managers to foster collaborative learning and improvement.
- Work collaboratively with foster carers, residential providers, education services, health professionals, police, and partner agencies to safeguard children and improve outcomes, making a tangible difference in young lives.
Person Specification
- Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent qualification.
- Successful completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).
- Registration with Social Work England.
- Track record of continuous professional development relevant to children’s social care.
- Significant post-qualification experience within statutory children’s social care.
- Experience working with looked after children, care leavers, fostering, kinship, or permanency services.
Known for its dynamic culture and vibrant community, Birmingham offers a unique blend of history, culture, and innovation. With an ever-evolving cityscape and a wealth of parks and activities, it’s a fantastic place to live and work. Join us where your professional journey can thrive amidst one of the UK’s most exciting cities!
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Senior Practitioner – Corporate Parenting Team in Birmingham employer: Sanctuary Personnel Ltd
Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With flexible hybrid working arrangements in vibrant Haringey, employees benefit from a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, and opportunities for growth within the social care sector, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young adults.
