Adult SW, Localities

Adults Senior Practitioner - Localities£38 per hourHerefordshire37 hours p/w45p per mile business mileage  Our client needs support from an experienced Locum Senior Practitioner to assist us for up to 3 months (possibility of extension may be available). This role will focus on working with adults in the community, in the South Locality Team, so previous experience working in adult social care is essential.The Senior Practitioner provides a leadership and line management role within the team. To support and guide work with adults of Herefordshire and their formal/informal carers or agencies to provide a person centred, strength based approach to assessment, case management and review. To ensure that the highest standards of professional practice are maintained by providing supervision, review and development, caseload management, casework monitoring and consultation. To hold a small caseload of more complex cases as appropriate and dependant on Team requirements/support. To ensure that management information systems are kept up to date and are accurate. What you need:A degree in Social Work or equivalentRegistered with Social Work EnglandPrior experience and confidence with Adult Safeguarding Enquiries, Court Work, Duty management and prior experience supervising and supporting staff is essential Completed relevant post-qualifying trainingEnhanced DBS checkExcellent communication and written skillsWhy Work with Pertemps Social Care? We’re committed to making your job search seamless and rewarding. Here’s what our candidates can expect: Your Own Consultant – Your contact will be a social care specialist who knows the sector inside-out, has great connections across the region, and provides the tailored career advice you need to ensure the next step is the best one for you. Simple, Online Registration – Our process is designed to ensure your registration journey is quick and straightforward.  Exclusive Roles – you have access to roles exclusive to us  Great Incentives – We have an exceptional referral scheme. Recommend your friends and colleagues and earn an introduction fee of £250. We will pay you £250 if you find your own role State of the Art Compliance – We use powerful next-generation software to manage these critical processes are as quick, efficient, and stress-free as possible. Fast, Reliable Payroll – Get paid promptly and securely, every time. And much more to ensure your job-search is smooth and hassle-free. Our Roles We place Social Care Practitioners into a wide range of essential roles, including: Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)Best Interest Assessor (BIA)Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)Looked After Children (LAC)Fostering / AdoptionChildren’s & Adult Social WorkService Manager / Head of ServiceTeam Manager / Assistant Team ManagerOccupational Therapist