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Senior Social Worker Practitioner - Families First Team
Job in
Durham, Durham County, CV83AZ, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-01
Listing for:
Sanctuary
Full Time, Contract
position Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Senior Social Worker Practitioner Team:
Families First
Location:
Durham, UK Salary: £32.73 per hour Salary Type:
Hourly Contract Type:
Locum, Ongoing
Hours:
Full Time Senior Social Worker Practitioner – Families First Team An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Senior Social Worker Practitioner to join the Families First Team in Durham. This ongoing locum role offers full-time hours and a competitive hourly rate of £32.73, providing an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career while making a meaningful difference to children and families within the community.
Perks and benefits Locum Job:
Enjoy flexibility and control over your work-life balance, stepping away from the traditional 9–5 Competitive Pay:
Earn £32.73 per hour, reflecting your experience and responsibilities Professional Development:
Access ongoing training and development to keep your practice current and effective Varied
Experience:
Build broad experience across different cases and settings, enhancing your professional profile Supportive Environment:
Work within a collaborative and encouraging team that values high-quality practice What you will do Provide high-quality, professional social work support to families within the Families First Team Undertake comprehensive assessments to identify the needs of children and their families Develop, implement, and review effective care and intervention plans tailored to individual circumstances Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and partner agencies to coordinate services Offer guidance, support, and mentoring to junior staff, sharing expertise and best practice Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant records in line with statutory and organisational requirements Identify, assess, and manage risk to safeguard the welfare of children and families Why Durham?
Durham offers a unique blend of historic charm, vibrant culture, and beautiful countryside. With excellent amenities, strong transport links, and an affordable cost of living, it provides a fantastic quality of life. Working in Durham allows you to enjoy a welcoming community while developing your career in a supportive and rewarding environment. Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency with an ‘Excellent' Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews.
We are committed to securing the best possible rates and matching you with roles that align with your skills, experience, and career aspirations.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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