Social Work Senior Practitioner - Duty & Assessment in Stoke On Tern, Shropshire

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Job Title: Social Work Senior Practitioner – Duty & Assessment
Location: Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Salary: £33.88 per hour
Type: Ongoing Locum, Full-Time

Lead the Frontline of Child Protection in Stoke-on-Trent
Step into a rewarding leadership role as a Senior Practitioner in the Duty & Assessment team. This full-time locum position offers a competitive hourly rate of £33.88 and the opportunity to shape the lives of children and families at critical stages. Join a proactive team in Stoke-on-Trent, where your expertise will drive lasting change.

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexibility and Freedom: Enjoy the autonomy that locum work provides—tailor your assignments around your life.

• Professional Growth: Thrive in a forward-thinking team with access to diverse casework and supportive supervision.

• Collaborative Environment: Work in a setting that values innovation, reflection, and teamwork.

• Location Advantage: Stoke-on-Trent combines cultural heritage, affordable living, and strong community spirit—perfect for work-life harmony.

What You Will Do:

• Carry out comprehensive assessments of children and families to inform Child and Family Assessments.

• Co-produce Child in Need and Child Protection Plans with families and partner agencies.

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Supporting Families Services and other community partners.

• Use a restorative approach to empower families and build long-term solutions alongside colleagues in the Long-Term teams.

• Lead multi-agency safeguarding efforts, ensuring timely and effective interventions.

• Mentor NQSWs and Social Work students, sharing your experience to support the next generation of practitioners.

• Play an active role in practice development and service improvement initiatives.

Why Stoke-on-Trent?
A city rooted in industrial heritage and evolving with modern regeneration, Stoke-on-Trent offers a rare blend of affordability, greenery, and artistic flair. Whether exploring the famous Potteries, enjoying family-friendly parks, or relaxing in its welcoming communities, it’s a fantastic place to grow your career and life.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
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