Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Locality Team
Job Title: Advanced Social Work Practitioner – Locality Team
Specialism: Social Care
Location: Leeds
Salary: £37 Hourly
Type: Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time
Jump into this exhilarating opportunity as an Advanced Social Work Practitioner in our dynamic Locality Team within Leeds. With a competitive rate of £37 per hour and the flexibility of full-time or part-time hours, this ongoing position promises to enhance your career in social care. Make a difference in the vibrant community of Leeds as you handle rewarding yet challenging cases that help shape the future of children and families.
Benefits
- Flexible Working: Choose between full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle and maintain a strong work-life balance.
- Professional Development: Access continued training and development opportunities to advance your social work career.
- Reputable Organisation: Work within a respected local authority known for its supportive and collaborative environment.
- Competitive Pay: Benefit from excellent hourly rates with reliable weekly payments.
- Community Engagement: Engage in Leeds’ cultural and community activities, enriching both your personal and professional life.
Responsibilities
- Hold a reduced caseload of highly complex cases, coordinating detailed assessments, care planning, and effective interventions in line with statutory frameworks.
- Spearhead safeguarding activities, including Section 47 enquiries and child protection conferences, ensuring the highest standards of care and protection.
- Lead and mentor Social Workers and ASYE staff, promoting evidence-based practice and providing reflective case consultation.
- Drive the progression of cases through the Public Law Outline (PLO) and contribute actively to legal planning and court processes.
- Implement quality assurance measures for assessments, plans, and reports, adhering to the Children Act 1989/2004 and local guidelines.
- Collaborate with multi-agency partners to deliver cohesive, results-oriented interventions for the benefit of children and their families.
- Support performance management, audit activities, and continuous service improvements, contributing to Ofsted inspection preparedness.
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Work (BA/MA or equivalent) with significant post-qualifying experience in statutory children’s social care.
- Registration with Social Work England, assuring compliance with professional standards.
- Proven expertise in safeguarding, Public Law Outline (PLO), and multi-agency collaboration.
- Experience leading complex and high-risk cases with a strong track record in supervision and case mentorship.
- Demonstrated capability in court work, report writing, and service improvement initiatives.
Leeds presents an inspiring backdrop for both work and relaxation. With its rich cultural scene, historic sites, and welcoming community, it’s an ideal city to advance your career while enjoying a vibrant lifestyle. Join us and become part of the solution in one of the UK’s most exciting social care environments.
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