Advanced​/Senior Practitioner Children

Locum Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Competitive Rates & Supportive Team

Hours:
Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00

Pay:
Up to 33.30 per hour (umbrella)

Location:
Stoke On Trent

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents?
Stoke on Trent Council is currently seeking experienced Social Workers / Senior Practitioners to join their Children's Services teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive, well-established authority where your skills, experience, and professional judgement are truly valued.

As a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner, you will:

• Complete statutory Child & Family Assessments
• Manage a caseload of Children in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children
• Develop, implement, and review care and support plans
• Lead and contribute to multi-agency and safeguarding meetings
• Assess risk and ensure timely, effective interventions
• Support and mentor colleagues (Senior Practitioner level)
• Prepare reports and undertake court work when required
• Work closely with children, adolescents, families, and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes

• Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England
• Experience working within Children's Services
• Strong safeguarding, assessment, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage complex cases confidently
• Senior Practitioner applicants should have experience supporting or guiding colleagues
• A flexible, child-focused approach to practice

• Supportive management and regular supervision
• Opportunities for professional development
• Stable Monday to Friday working hours
• Meaningful work making a genuine impact on children and adolescents

Benefits of working with Guidant Global include:

• Competitive hourly rates

• 250 referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend

• Weekly payroll

• Dedicated recruitment consultant to support you throughout your placement

• Access to a wide range of local authority opportunities

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