JOB-20240819-db742659

Advanced Practitioner – Assessment Team

Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s Services
Location: North Tyneside, UK
Salary: £35.19 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Schedule: Full-Time / Part-Time

Step into a senior role as an Advanced Practitioner within North Tyneside’s Assessment Team. This is a unique opportunity to lead complex child and family assessments, provide professional guidance, and contribute to safeguarding and care planning in a dynamic environment. With competitive hourly pay and flexible working options, this role offers both professional challenge and career development.

Perks and Benefits

• Part-Time / Full-Time Options: Tailor your work schedule to suit your lifestyle.

• Hourly Pay: Earn £35.19 per hour, reflecting your experience and expertise.

• Professional Development: Access ongoing training, workshops, and career progression opportunities.

• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with a wide range of professionals and partner agencies.

• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative and approachable team that values shared success.

Role Purpose

As an Advanced Practitioner, you will provide expert assessment, decision-making, and professional leadership within the Assessment Team. You will undertake complex cases, supervise social workers, ensure statutory compliance, and contribute to service improvement, safeguarding children, and promoting positive outcomes.

What You Will Do

• Conduct high-quality, complex statutory assessments in line with statutory guidance.

• Analyse risk and protective factors to make timely, evidence-informed decisions.

• Develop, implement, and review outcome-focused, person-centred care/support plans.

• Lead safeguarding enquiries and investigations where required.

• Manage high-risk or complex cases in compliance with statutory frameworks and policies.

• Provide professional support, guidance, and reflective supervision to social workers and students.

• Mentor and develop less experienced staff, fostering continuous learning and good practice.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with partner agencies to ensure integrated care planning.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records on the Council’s system.

• Contribute to service development, continuous improvement initiatives, and strategic planning.

Why North Tyneside

North Tyneside offers a beautiful coastal environment, vibrant communities, and rich cultural heritage. With stunning beaches, parks, and excellent local amenities, it provides a perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle. Live, work, and thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.

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