Senior Practitioner CLS Team 3

Job Title:Senior Practitioner - Community Led Support (CLS) Team 3
Salary:45624 - 52038per annum(Plus 3K per annum Market Supplement - this is subject to annual review)
Grade:F
Contract Type:Permanent
Working Hours:37 hours per week

About the Role

Thurrock Council are looking to recruit a Senior Social Work Practitioner to join Adult Social Care Services on a full-time permanent basis.

Successful applicants will be joining a Community Led Support Team that iscommitted to connecting individuals with their communities.

As part of aCLS Teamyou will be working in a way that is responsive and proportionate workingwith people to achieve their outcomes using their strengths and their community creativity linking people with their communities and focusing on what mattersrather than whats the matter.

The teamis aboutresponsive social caresupport that createsopportunity for vulnerable people to come together with their community to create opportunities and outcomes while providing supportthat is committed to safeguarding the most vulnerable.

WhatWereLooking For

We are looking for a Senior Practitioner with at least two years managerial experience to join this supportive team and highly skilled team.

• You will need to be able to supervise social workers and support planners. Also work closely with colleagues in other departments and agencies to meet the care and support needs and outcomes for our service users.
• You will become part of a very stable award-winning team where we provide the opportunity for you to grow and develop and join a very innovative and supportive service.
• You will need to be an excellent communicator and able to work alongside colleagues in Health and Voluntary organisations.

Essential Qualifications:Social Work degree qualification and be registered with Social Work England (SWE).

DBS Check:Enhanced Level with Adults 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):29th January 2026

Closing Date (Internal & External):15th February 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

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

Joyce Muzangwa via

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

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