Social Work Advanced Practitioner – Children In Care

Advanced Practitioner – Assessment TeamLocation: Westgate Community CollegeSalary: £34.45 UMBRELLA per hour (£27.03 PAYE)Contract: Temp, Full time, Initially 3 months, potential to extend On behalf of Newcastle City Council, We are currently recruiting experienced and highly motivated Advanced Practitioners to join the Assessment Teams. .This is a pivotal frontline role for confident practitioners who thrive in a duty environment and have strong safeguarding and court experience. You will play a key role in ensuring timely, robust decision-making at the point of referral and assessment, supporting children and families at the earliest stage of statutory intervention.About the RoleAs an Advanced Practitioner within the Assessment Team, you will: Undertake duty responsibilities, responding to new referrals and safeguarding concerns. Prepare for and attend Initial Child Protection Conferences (ICPCs) . Initiate and issue care proceedings where required. Transfer cases to longer-term teams following ICPC or after the first court hearing. Ensure high-quality assessments, risk analysis and decision-making in line with statutory guidance. This role requires sound judgement, resilience, and the ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a child-centred focus.Have strong experience within Assessment or Safeguarding teams. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of child protection processes and legislation. Be confident leading Section 47 investigations and care proceedings. Have experience of court work and preparing high-quality statements and reports. Be able to provide mentoring and professional support within the team. If you are looking for your next meaningful locum role and meet the requirements above, apply today!…