Experienced Senior Practitioner

7 hours ago


Croydon, Greater London, United Kingdom This is an IT support group Full time
Senior Practitioner Role Overview

The Senior Practitioner is a highly skilled professional responsible for providing leadership and expertise in child protection and safeguarding. This role involves working closely with the Team Manager to develop and implement effective practice, ensuring the best possible outcomes for children.

About the Role

This position requires a qualified Social Worker with a strong background in child protection and safeguarding. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders. In addition to their technical skills, they should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, service users, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide expert guidance and support to team members on complex cases and high-risk situations.
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including service users, families, and external partners.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of policy and procedures related to child protection and safeguarding.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and organizational policies.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A degree in Social Work or a related field.
  • Registration with Social Work England (SWE) and current membership of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
  • Experience working in child protection and safeguarding, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make informed decisions.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, service users, and external partners.
Salary and Benefits

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality services to children and families. We offer a competitive salary, ranging from £45,000 to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience. Additionally, we provide a range of benefits, including pension scheme, annual leave entitlement, and access to training and development opportunities.



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