Mou - Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner

Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner (Mou)

Join Middlesbrough Council as a Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner

Are you an experienced social worker seeking an exciting contract opportunity? Middlesbrough Council is looking for three dedicated Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioners to join our Specialist Children’s Pathways (SCP) team. If you are passionate about supporting children, young people, and families, and possess the skills and experience necessary for this vital role, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality social work services within Middlesbrough’s SCP team. You will provide essential support to vulnerable children and families, ensuring safety, stability, and positive outcomes. This contract position is an excellent opportunity to work within a forward-thinking council that is committed to making a difference.

Candidate Responsibilities

In this Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner role, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a complex caseload of children and families, ensuring assessments and interventions are timely and effective.
• Providing guidance and supervision to junior staff and agency workers.
• Working collaboratively with multi-agency teams to develop and implement care plans.
• Ensuring compliance with all statutory legal obligations and best practice standards.
• Contributing to team meetings, reviews, and case audits to support continuous improvement.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed case records in line with council policies.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of child protection legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid working environment.
• DBS clearance, as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate (to be discussed based on experience).
• Hybrid working model, offering flexibility.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives.
• Contract duration aligned with agency notice periods.

Salary/Pay Rate

Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience. Negotiable based on qualifications and expertise.

How to Apply

To become a part of our dedicated team as a Childrens Social Care - Advanced Practitioner, please contact our recruitment specialist:

Consultant Name: Jane Doe
Email: janedoe@staffingagency.com
Phone: 01234 567890

We look forward to receiving your application and exploring this exciting opportunity with Middlesbrough Council!