Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Children With Disabilities Team in Bury, Lancashire

Job Title:
Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team

Specialism:
Children with Disabilities

Location:
Bury, UK

Salary:
£40.00 Hourly

Type:
Full Time/Part Time, Ongoing

Join us on a rewarding journey as an Advanced Social Work Practitioner within the Children with Disabilities Team in Bury. This isn't just a job; it's an exciting opportunity to critically engage in a role that makes a real difference. Earning £40.00 an hour, you'll have the flexibility of Full Time/Part Time hours in a position that offers both challenge and purpose every single day.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Whether you prefer a full schedule or balanced part time hours, we've got you covered with flexibility tailored to suit your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth: Enhance your skills with ongoing training and development opportunities designed to support your career progression.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the autonomy that comes with locum work, helping you balance your personal and professional life.
• Vibrant Community: Work with a supportive team and a diverse group of children and families, making impactful changes in the community.

What you will do:

• Hold a reduced caseload of highly complex Children with Disabilities cases, including Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children matters
• Undertake specialist assessments and develop outcome-focused care plans addressing disability, safeguarding, behavioural, and family support needs
• Lead safeguarding activity including Section 47 enquiries, strategy discussions, and risk management for children with complex vulnerabilities
• Provide mentoring, consultation, and practice guidance to Social Workers and ASYE staff within the team, promoting reflective and evidence-based practice
• Support transition planning into adulthood, working collaboratively with Adult Social Care, Education, Health, and SEND services

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work (BA/MA or equivalent)
• Significant post-qualifying experience in statutory children’s social care
• Practice Educator or advanced practice qualification (desirable)

Registration & Compliance:

• Registered with Social Work England
• Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989/2004, Children and Families Act 2014, and Working Together to Safeguard Children
• Understanding of SEND frameworks, transition planning, and safeguarding procedures for disabled children

Embrace a unique role in Bury, a lively town where local history meets modern living. Bury isn't just a great place to work; it’s an incredible place to live, offering a sense of community, picturesque landscapes, and a wide array of cultural activities. Consider a new adventure with us and help shape brighter futures today!

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Apply now to join Advanced Social Work Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team in Bury and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.