Senior Social Work Practitioner - Pre Birth Team Sanctuary Personal

Specialism: Children’s Social Care

Location: Middlesbrough, UK

Salary: £31.74 per hour

Type: Locum (Full Time or Part Time)

Are you a skilled social worker looking for an ongoing opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of families and children? We are excited to offer a locum position for a Senior Social Work Practitioner in the Pre Birth Team within Children’s Social Care in Middlesbrough. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your career with an hourly rate of £31.74, offering the flexibility of full time or part time work.

• Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom of Full Time or Part Time work patterns, allowing you to tailor your work-life balance to suit your lifestyle while making a difference.
• Career Development: Gain a diverse experience and vast networking opportunities through locum work, boosting your CV and career prospects.
• Weekly Pay: Weekly pay keeps your finances in check effortlessly, offering immediate access to your hard-earned money.
• Professional Development: Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities, ensuring you keep your skills sharp and up to date.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a dynamic and supportive environment where your contributions are appreciated and impactful.

• Undertake complex pre-birth, Child in Need, Child Protection, and court-related assessments and interventions.
• Lead safeguarding assessments and devise risk management plans to promote the safety and welfare of unborn children and infants.
• Chair or contribute to professional meetings, strategy discussions, and multi-agency safeguarding arrangements.
• Develop and review outcome-focused care and support plans collaboratively with families and partner agencies.

• Hold a Degree or Master’s Degree in Social Work.
• Completion of the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment ASYE or have equivalent post-qualifying experience.
• Have relevant post-qualifying training in safeguarding, child protection, or court work.

• Maintain current registration with Social Work England SWE.
• Have a sound knowledge of key legislation including the Children Act 1989 and 2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children, Public Law Outline PLO, Human Rights Act 1998, and Equality Act 2010.
• Familiarity with local safeguarding partnership procedures is essential.

Middlesbrough is a vibrant town known for its strong sense of community and cultural diversity. With beautiful parks, rich history, and great local amenities, living and working here provides an enriching environment. Join us in making a difference in Middlesbrough’s Children’s Social Care services today!