children in care - senior practitioner.

• Casework: To undertake a complex and challenging caseload of children and young people in care, ensuring their safety, well-being, and development. This includes conducting thorough assessments, developing and implementing care plans, and regularly reviewing progress.
• Supervision: To provide regular supervision and support to a team of social workers, promoting their professional development and ensuring high-quality practice. This includes providing guidance, feedback, and mentoring.
• Strategic Contribution: To contribute to the strategic development of the Children in Care service, participating in service improvement initiatives and contributing to policy development.
• Multi-Agency Working: To work collaboratively with a range of partners, including other agencies, foster carers, residential providers, and families, ensuring a holistic and coordinated approach to care.
• Court Work: To prepare and present cases in court, providing expert testimony and advocating for children's best interests.
• Training & Development: To participate in and contribute to training and development initiatives within the team, sharing expertise and supporting continuous improvement.
• Complex Case Management: To manage complex cases involving children with multiple and challenging needs, requiring advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Advocacy: To provide strong advocacy for children and young people in the care system, ensuring their rights are protected and their voices are heard.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications: Social Work Degree.
• DBS on update service
• Experience: Significant post-qualifying experience in children's social work, with demonstrable expertise in working with children in care. Experience in supervising social work staff is essential.
• Skills: Excellent assessment, planning, and intervention skills; strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a challenging caseload; strong advocacy skills.
• Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures relating to children in care

To apply please contact Lara on 0191 211 1382 .

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