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Senior Social Work Practitioner - Assessment and Safeguarding TeamSanctuary • Sheriff Hill, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
Senior Social Work Practitioner - Assessment and Safeguarding Team

Senior Social Work Practitioner - Assessment and Safeguarding Team

Sanctuary • Sheriff Hill, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description
JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Senior Social Work Practitioner

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
- Assessment and Safeguarding Team Specialism: Social Work Location: Gateshead, UK Salary: £31.74 per hour Type: Locum, Full Time Duration: 3 months We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Social Work Practitioner to join the Assessment and Safeguarding Team in Gateshead .

This full-time locum position offers a competitive rate of £31.74 per hour over an initial 3-month contract .

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social work professional to make a meaningful impact by safeguarding children and supporting families while working within a dedicated and supportive team.

Perks and benefits: Flexible locum working: Enjoy the freedom and variety that locum work offers, allowing you to broaden your experience while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Competitive hourly rate: Earn £31.74 per hour , rewarding your expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality social work practice.

Professional development: Enhance your skills by working on complex safeguarding cases alongside experienced colleagues in a collaborative environment.

Supportive team culture: Join a team that values continuous learning, reflective supervision, and professional growth.

What you will do: Conduct comprehensive assessments of children, young people, and families to identify safeguarding concerns and assess levels of risk.

Develop, implement, and review child-centred plans that promote safety, stability, and positive outcomes.

Work collaboratively with partner agencies, including health, education, police, and other professionals, to coordinate effective support and safeguarding interventions.

Provide expert advice, guidance, and mentoring to less experienced social workers, supporting high standards of practice.

Manage complex safeguarding cases, ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities, legislation, and local procedures.

Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive case records, assessments, and reports in line with organisational policies and professional standards.

Why Gateshead? Gateshead offers a fantastic combination of vibrant urban living and beautiful green spaces.

Home to iconic landmarks, a thriving arts and cultural scene, and a welcoming community, it is a wonderful place to build your career.

With excellent transport links, scenic riverside walks, and a strong sense of community, Gateshead provides an outstanding environment to live, work, and grow professionally.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. xwwtmva

With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.
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