Senior Practitioner - Safeguarding Team Sanctuary Personal

Specialism: Children’s Social Care

Location: Burton-upon-Trent,Staffordshire

Type: Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

Embark on a fulfilling adventure as a Senior Practitioner in Burton-upon-Trent, where you will play a crucial role in the Safeguarding Team within Children’s Social Care. This is your chance to work in a dynamic environment, utilising your expertise and making a real impact on children’s lives. Bring your skills to the fore with this rewarding locum opportunity where flexibility and competitive pay await.

• Flexible Working: Enjoy the flexibility of Full Time or Part Time work that suits your lifestyle.
• Locum Freedom: Boost your career without the long-term commitment and embrace the freedom of locum positions.
• Professional Network: Build a rich network of contacts within a supportive and diverse team.
• Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities to sharpen your skills and advance your career.
• Competitive Pay: Earn a competitive hourly rate that reflects your valuable expertise and dedication.

• Manage a complex caseload involving Child in Need, Child Protection, Children in Care, and Public Law Outline/Care Proceedings work.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional guidance to social workers, including Newly Qualified Social Workers and students.
• Support the Team Manager with case allocation, risk management, decision-making, and general service delivery oversight.
• Chair and contribute to strategy discussions, core group meetings, professional meetings, and multi-agency safeguarding forums.

• Hold a Degree in Social Work (BA, BSc, MA or equivalent).
• Successfully completed the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE).
• Demonstrate evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

• Must be registered with Social Work England (SWE).

• Bring a minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience within statutory children’s social care.
• Show significant experience managing complex safeguarding cases involving child protection and court work.
• Experience in supporting, mentoring, or supervising social work practitioners.

Burton-upon-Trent offers a vibrant community lifestyle with a rich brewing heritage, stunning parks, and convenient transport links. Whether you are a social enthusiast or prefer peaceful landscapes, this town is the ideal place to live and work. Join us and contribute to shaping futures in an inspiring setting.