Children and Families Support Specialist

4 days ago


Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time
Advanced Practitioner: Children and Young People

We are seeking an Advanced Practitioner to join our dedicated 16+ Care Leavers teams based in Cheltenham and Stroud. This role is crucial in supporting young individuals transitioning from care to independence, ensuring they receive the right support at the right time.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the Team Manager to oversee pathway-planning and independence work for care leavers aged 16 and above.
  • Manage a caseload of up to 8 young people with complex needs, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
  • Supervise and mentor Trainee Social Workers and Newly Qualified Social Workers within the team.
  • Lead quality control, assurance, and improvement activities within the team and across the service.
  • Facilitate group reflective supervision sessions to promote professional development and best practice standards.
  • Engage in direct work with children, young people, and their families to build resilience and deliver improved outcomes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Registered with Social Work England.
  • Recognised qualification in Social Work.
  • Completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).
  • Demonstrable experience in children and families statutory social work.
  • Supervisory, mentoring, coaching, or training experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to use computerised case recording systems and handle data efficiently.
  • Full driving licence and willingness to travel across the county.
Benefits:
  • Welcome payment of £4,000.
  • Annual retention payment of £2,000.
  • Up to £8,000 relocation package.
  • Flexible working opportunities.
  • 25.5 days annual leave, rising to 30.5 days after 5 years of service.
  • Option to purchase up to 10 additional days of leave per year.
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  • In-house Occupational Health service.
  • Employee discount and cycle to work schemes.
  • Career development opportunities through our Social Work Academy.
  • Paid SWE registration renewal.

This challenging yet rewarding role offers a competitive salary of £46,731 - £49,764 and excellent benefits. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, apply now.



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