Advanced Practitioner

Grade
: 8: £46,771 - £51,142, which includes a £5,000 market rate supplement.

Working hours
: 35 hours per week

Contract type
:
Full time / Permanent

Closing date
: 30 June 2026 – 11.59 pm

• Work with multi‑agency teams to undertake targeted work with children subject to Child Protection planning.
• Co‑locate with Early Help and Police colleagues.
• Support social work practice across Edge of Care teams, Family Group Conference coordinators, Lifelong Links, Complex Safeguarding Hub and Missing from Home service.

• A qualified, registered Social Worker.
• Full UK Driver's Licence.
• Availability for an in‑person interview.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Applicants who require sponsorship are welcome to apply.

• Controlled and manageable caseloads – city‑wide average of 13 for ASYE and 15 for experienced social workers.
• A competitive salary with a market rate supplement.
• Retention incentives.
• Regular, quality, reflective supervision from a consistent management and leadership team.
• Valuing diversity at all levels of practice, including mentoring schemes.
• Thank You Fridays – time back to thank you for your hard work and commitment with children and families.
• A comprehensive well‑being offer.
• Excellent first‑year support and development programme, continuing into second year and new management positions.
• Social Work Consultants in every team to support your work.
• Free Car Parking.
• Flexible working.
• Up to 31 days holiday a year (plus bank holidays).
• Generous holiday allowance – 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays; increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service.
• Brilliant perks – discounts on shopping, holidays, phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests.
• Learning and growth opportunities – workshops, training, apprenticeships, qualifications, and a comprehensive onboarding process.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave (pro‑rated).

We actively welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, genders, ethnicities, disabilities, religions, and sexual orientations. Applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people are especially encouraged.

• Interview adjustments are available – let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible formats are provided through our Recite Me tool and other accessibility aids.
• Workplace adjustment hub and staff networks (Disabled Staff, Neurodiversity Staff, Mental Health Staff) support an inclusive environment.

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the following criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces or veterans.
• Current or former care leavers.
• Individuals with a disability or long‑term condition.

• Proof of Right to Work.
• References from current and previous employers.
• Proof of Qualifications relevant to the role.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Valid Driving Licence (if required by the role).