At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a team to support families facing neglect with innovative practices.
- Company: Walsall Council, dedicated to improving family welfare and community support.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 9-day fortnight, flexible working, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with strong managerial backing and a focus on continuous development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your professional skills.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant social work qualifications and experience.
The predicted salary is between 49282 - 54495 £ per year.
Family Help Senior Practitioner (12 months fixed term) – G11 Grade: G11 Salary: £49,282 - £54,495
About the Job
Walsall Council is launching a new pilot team that will shape practice around Systemic ideas, leading a fresh approach to working with families where neglect is the primary concern. The role will develop and deliver a bespoke framework for families, incorporating tools such as GCP 2, therapeutic support for parents and a focus on moving families from first‑order to second‑order change.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead practice development and offer mentoring, coaching and expertise to the team.
- Provide outstanding support for children and families, ensuring high quality and effective practice.
- Act as part of a leadership team to maintain a learning organisation, fostering accountable relationships with partners such as Ofsted.
- Help manage workloads to keep an average of 12 children per practitioner, with strong managerial support, essential paperwork only and enabling technology.
- Support team members in identifying specialisms, accessing training and progressing into roles such as Consultant Social Worker, Lead Child Protection Practitioner or Team Manager.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Hold relevant social work qualifications and experience.
- Obtain and maintain an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check; any overseas criminal record must be disclosed.
- Demonstrate fluent spoken English and meet the Government Code of Practice for English Language Fluency.
- Comply with Walsall Council’s safeguarding policies and commitment to continuous professional development.
Benefits & Career Development
- 9‑day fortnight to support work/life balance.
- Flexible working arrangements and specialist employee assistance.
- Specialised clinical supervision and therapeutic support when needed.
- Opportunities to progress into senior leadership roles.
Contact
To discuss the role further, please contact Khaleel Ali, Team Manager at Khaleel.Ali@walsall.gov.uk.
Equal Opportunity
Walsall Council is committed to anti‑discrimination and equality, and to developing a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Additional Information
Closing date: 29th July 2026.
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