Advanced Practitioner - Child Protection Team in Middlesbrough, Cleveland

Job Title: Advanced Practitioner – Child Protection Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children
Location: Middlesbrough, UK
Salary: £35.49 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

We are thrilled to announce an outstanding opportunity for an Advanced Practitioner to join the Child Protection Team within Children's Services in Middlesbrough. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £35.49 with flexibility for both part-time and full-time working. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social worker to take on complex casework while supporting and developing less experienced colleagues, ensuring high standards of safeguarding and care.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose flexible hours that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Hourly Pay: Earn £35.49 per hour with the flexibility to maximise your income.
• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy varied experience across teams and settings, enhancing your professional profile.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training opportunities to maintain and grow your expertise.
• Networking Opportunities: Work alongside multidisciplinary professionals and partner agencies.

What you will do

• Caseload Management: Manage a complex caseload of children and families requiring statutory intervention.
• Assessment & Planning: Conduct assessments, develop care plans, and review interventions in line with legislation.
• Safeguarding Leadership: Lead child protection investigations and participate in strategy discussions.
• Report Writing: Prepare detailed reports for Child Protection Conferences, Looked After Reviews, and court proceedings.
• Direct Work: Engage directly with children and families to assess risk and implement effective support plans.
• Meeting Facilitation: Chair professional meetings where required, contributing to key decisions.
• Mentorship: Support and guide social workers and newly qualified practitioners.
• Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with health, education, police, and legal professionals to deliver coordinated care.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and timely case records in line with statutory requirements.
• Best Practice: Promote strengths-based and child-centred approaches in all areas of work.

Why Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough offers a vibrant community with a strong local identity and a blend of urban living and scenic countryside. With excellent transport links, affordable living, and access to the beautiful North East coastline and countryside, it provides an ideal setting for both professional growth and personal wellbeing.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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Apply now to join the Child Protection Team in Middlesbrough and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.