Senior Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team

Job Title:
Senior Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team

Specialism:
Children's Social Care

Location:
Rochdale, Greater Manchester, UK

Salary:
£40.00 hourly

Type:
Ongoing, Full Time or Part Time

Exciting Opportunity: Senior Practitioner/Advanced Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team within Children's Social Care in Rochdale, Greater Manchester (UK), earning £40.00 hourly. Ongoing, full time or part time, find work that fits your schedule and lifestyle.

Being a locum offers wonderful flexibility and variety in your career, allowing you to work in different settings and gain experience while enjoying a competitive salary. In this engaging role, you will find the satisfaction of making a difference in children's lives alongside the personal growth and career development locum work brings.

What you will do

• Manage a complex caseload involving children with disabilities, focusing on child in need, child protection, and looked after children processes.
• Undertake statutory assessments, reviews, and care planning in line with the Children Act 1989, Children Act 2004, Care Act 2014, and Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance.
• Lead on complex safeguarding investigations, court work, permanency planning, and risk management activities.
• Provide professional consultation, mentoring, and practice guidance to Social Workers, ASYEs, and less experienced practitioners.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing a work schedule that suits your life, allowing for a wonderful work-life balance.
• Competitive Pay: With £40.00 hourly, your dedication and expertise are well-compensated.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing professional training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work with a team that values collaboration and support, making your job both rewarding and enjoyable.
• Variety and Experience: Locum work keeps things fresh and exciting, allowing you to experience different roles and challenges.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent.
• Registration with Social Work England (SWE).
• Significant post-qualification experience within Children's Social Care.
• Experience working within a Children with Disabilities Team.

Located in the heart of Greater Manchester, Rochdale offers a unique blend of rich history, beautiful landscapes, and vibrant community life. It's a great place to live and work, with excellent transport links, a variety of leisure activities, and a strong sense of community. Explore your potential in a location that offers so much more than just work. Join us in Rochdale and make a real impact today!

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