Senior Practitioner - Children With Disabilities Team in Rochdale, Lancashire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Senior Practitioner – Children with Disabilities Team

Specialism: Social Worker - Children’s
Location: Rochdale, UK
Salary: £40.00 Hourly
Employment Type: Part-Time
Job Duration: Ongoing

Overview:

Are you passionate about making a real impact in the lives of children with disabilities? We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Practitioner to join the Children with Disabilities Team in Rochdale. This ongoing part-time role offers an attractive hourly rate of £40, giving you the flexibility to manage your work-life balance while contributing to the welfare of children and families. As a Senior Practitioner, you’ll be responsible for providing exceptional social work practice, leading a dynamic team, and working with multi-disciplinary professionals to deliver the best outcomes for children with disabilities.

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexible Part-Time Hours: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with flexible working hours.

• Hourly Pay: Enjoy the security and freedom of hourly pay, giving you control over your earnings and schedule.

• Varied Experience: As a locum, you’ll have the opportunity to work in different settings and expand your professional network.

• Meaningful Impact: Know that your work is directly contributing to improving the lives of children with disabilities and their families.

Job Purpose:

The Senior Practitioner will lead and mentor social workers, managing complex cases and ensuring the needs of children with disabilities and their families are met effectively. You will also work closely with healthcare providers, educators, and the voluntary sector to provide holistic care and safeguarding, while driving improvements in service delivery.

What You Will Do:

Case Management and Supervision:

• Manage complex cases for children with disabilities, conducting thorough assessments and creating tailored care plans.

• Provide supervision and guidance to social workers, ensuring high standards of practice and effective decision-making.

• Support social workers in managing their caseloads and provide expert advice when needed.

Collaboration and Multi-Agency Work:

• Lead coordination with healthcare providers, educators, and the voluntary sector to create a comprehensive support network for children with disabilities.

• Work within a multi-agency setting to ensure a holistic approach to care.

Risk Assessment and Safeguarding:

• Lead and conduct risk assessments, implementing safeguarding measures promptly when necessary.

• Ensure that the safety and well-being of children are prioritized in every decision.

Leadership and Training:

• Lead training sessions for the team to encourage continuous professional development.

• Support and inspire the team to continually improve practice and deliver the best outcomes.

Court and Legal Work:

• Represent the local authority in court settings, offering expert insights and testimony.

• Prepare reports for care proceedings and ensure the best interests of children with disabilities are represented.

Strategic Improvement:

• Contribute to policy and practice reviews, helping to drive the improvement of service delivery.

• Actively participate in the development of new initiatives aimed at enhancing the lives of children with disabilities.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.

• Significant experience in children’s social care, specifically working with children with disabilities.

• Experience in managing complex cases and providing supervision and guidance to other social workers.

• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices and risk assessments.

Desirable:

• Experience in a Senior Practitioner role within a local authority setting.

• Expertise in working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies.

• Knowledge of local services in Rochdale.

Why Rochdale?

Rochdale is a vibrant town nestled in the Greater Manchester area, offering a rich industrial heritage, a lively cultural scene, and beautiful countryside. With excellent transport links to surrounding areas and a strong sense of community, Rochdale combines urban living with the tranquility of rural life. It's a great place to both live and work, with ample opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

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