Senior Practitioner Think Family Service

Job Title:Senior Practitioner - Think Family Service

Salary: 45624 - 52038 per annum (Plus 6000 per annum Market Supplement*)

Grade: F

Permanent Contract

37 Hours per Week

We have a rare opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate Senior Practitioner to join our excitingThink Family Service (TFS) in Thurrock. TFSoperate from the principle of whole-family working drawing upon evidence-based practice and systemic principles following the fundamental principle that neither adults nor children exist in isolation.

The TFS are a secondary case holding team completing:

• A range of parenting and family assessments for children in Public Law Outline arrangements (PLO) or court proceedings.
• Support parents by delivering direct work parenting and other programmes to prevent family breakdown.
• Reducing the number of children entering the care system where it is safe to do so.
• Reunifying children into the care of their families where it is safe to do so.

As a Senior Practitioner within the TFS you will provide a high-quality service to children and families that complies with legislation guidance and local policies.

You will receive regular supervision and be part of systemic group cases discussions. You will be able to build timely and effective professional relationships with children families and other key members of the network.

You can expect to join a dynamic and passionate team where the targeted interventions and assessments completed have a direct impact on children and families enabling them to develop their own solutions and make positive changes to their lives. The culture within the TFS has been created by a permanent and stable workforce who are committed and hard-working.

Essential qualifications:Relevant social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England (SWE)

DBS Check:Enhanced with Childrens Barred List is required for this post.

Benefits of Working with Us

At Thurrock Council we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employeeassistanceprogramme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

Important Dates

Closing Date (Redeployment Only):18th December 2025

Closing Date (Internal & External):4th January 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

If you have any questions about the role or interview process please contact:

Mark Jackson Team Manager Think Family Service

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:

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(*Market Factor Supplement is subject to annual review and approval).

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