Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Childrens)

Job Title: Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's)

Are you a passionate and experienced Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with disabilities? We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's) to join our children’s services team based in Burton upon Trent. This is a contract position offering an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive environment, collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality, child-centred services.

About the Role: Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's)

As a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's), you will play a pivotal role supporting children with disabilities and their families across the East Staffs and Tamworth districts. Working within a multi-agency framework, you will undertake statutory duties and provide practical, emotional, and advocacy support to promote positive outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities of the Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's):

• Undertake statutory social work duties following current legislation and local authority guidelines
• Complete Child Protection (CP) and Child in Need (CIN) plans
• Conduct thorough social work assessments and statutory visits to children and families
• Lead and participate in Team Around the Child (TAC) meetings and multi-agency meetings
• Work collaboratively with external agencies to coordinate and deliver support services
• Provide emotional and practical support to families of children with disabilities, ensuring safeguarding and well-being at the forefront

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with registration from Social Work England or equivalent
• Proven experience working with children and families, particularly within disability services (preferred)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection procedures, and statutory processes
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-agency team
• Available to start immediately (desirable)

Benefits of the Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's) role:

• Competitive pay rate of £ (rate will be confirmed during the application process)
• The opportunity to truly impact children’s and families’ lives
• Supportive team environment dedicated to professional development
• Flexible working arrangements and ongoing training
• Contract type: Contract

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should contact our recruitment consultant, Jane Smith, for further details. Please send your CV and cover letter to jane.smith@staffingagency.co.uk or call 01234 567890 to discuss the role in more detail.

Join our team as a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's) today and help us deliver vital services to children and families who need it most!