About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and committed Senior Practitioner to join our Referral & Assessment ("front door") Team within Children’s Social Care. This role will see you undertaking statutory assessments (under the Children Act 1989) for children and families referred for help, support or protection. You’ll lead on complex cases, make sound professional judgments, and help shape our service response to children in need and child protection enquiries.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry a caseload of assessments (single assessments, Section 17 and Section 47 enquiries) and short-term intervention work.
- Lead on complex cases and ensure children’s voices are heard, risk is effectively assessed and plans are outcome-focused.
- Work as part of a duty system, responding to referrals, deciding next steps and allocating appropriately.
- Collaborate with multi‑agency partners (health, education, police, housing, voluntary sector) to secure change and support for children, young people and families.
- Mentor, guide and support less‑experienced practitioners and contribute to the development of team practice.
- Maintain high quality case records, ensure compliance with departmental policies, GDPR and professional standards.
- Contribute to service improvement, team meetings and reflect on practice to drive continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Your own dedicated specialist consultant
- Access to the widest variety of jobs across 150 authorities and private organizations throughout the UK
- Prompt and reliable payroll
- Free DBS and compliance service
- £500 referral fees
For more information, please contact Oscar at Tripod Partners on 07866 162 539 or oscar.ness-ambridge@tripodpartners.co.uk
Senior Practitioner | Referral & Assessment | Swindon | £42 per hour + £100 week expenses employer: Tripod Partners
Tripod Partners is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its employees. With a focus on high-quality support in the SEND sector, team members benefit from dedicated consultants, competitive pay rates, and unique perks such as a free DBS service and referral bonuses, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in Devon.
