Senior Practitioner

Luton - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 17 - 17

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 months contract with local authority

Join a dynamic multi-disciplinary Family Help team dedicated to supporting children and families in need. This role involves collaborating with a diverse group of professionals including social workers psychologists police community support officers and more to assess and address the needs of children and families. The position is crucial for developing care plans and implementing multi-agency interventions to provide protection and support for children and young people at risk.

Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive and accurate assessments of children and families focusing on needs and risks using established guidelines and support documents.
Lead and coordinate multi-agency efforts to prevent and address child protection issues and support children in need.
Fulfill statutory duties under The Children Act 1989 and related legislation including care proceedings adoption arrangements and risk assessments.
Develop effective SMART plans in consultation with professional colleagues and service users ensuring resources are used appropriately.
Foster positive relationships with children and families ensuring their voices and wishes are considered in decision-making processes.
Maintain high-quality accurate case files in the councils social work database ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Requirements

Requirements:

Proven experience in social work or a related field with a focus on child protection and family support.
Strong ability to conduct assessments and develop care plans.
Experience in coordinating multi-agency interventions and working within statutory frameworks.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and case files with knowledge of data protection regulations.

We operate on bi-weekly payment plan

Required Skills:

Requirements: Proven experience in quality assurance and reviewing services for children and young people Strong understanding of statutory and regulatory safeguarding requirements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Commitment to championing the rights and well-being of children and young people

3 months contract with local authorityJoin a dynamic multi-disciplinary Family Help team dedicated to supporting children and families in need. This role involves collaborating with a diverse group of professionals including social workers psychologists police community support officers and more to...