Social Work Senior Practitioner - Adults Front Door Team in Bristol, Avon

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker Senior Practitioner
Specialism: Adults Front Door Team
Job Location: Bristol
Salary: £38 Hourly
Type: Locum, Full Time or Part Time, Ongoing

Unleash your potential with a rewarding locum position as a Social Worker Senior Practitioner within the Adults Front Door Team in the vibrant city of Bristol. Join us for an ongoing adventure where your quick thinking, bold leadership and insightful expertise make an impact every day. With roles available in both full time and part time capacities, you have the flexibility to choose how best to fit this position into your life.

Make a difference in a critical front door service where your judgement, speed, leadership, and expertise truly matter. Lead and shape a diverse, multidisciplinary team, driving timely and effective interventions that prevent escalation. This is your chance to make an impactful contribution while enjoying the flexibility, variety and excitement that locum work offers.

Perks and benefits:

• Hourly Salary - Earn a fantastic £38 hourly for your expertise and commitment.
• Flexible Working Hours - Choose the work pattern that best suits your lifestyle and commitments.
• Dynamic Work Environment - Enjoy the fast pace of Bristol’s public services while making a tangible difference.
• Professional Growth - Expand your skill set and grow your career with ongoing training opportunities.

What you will do:

• Lead swift, high-quality decision-making at the front door.
• Manage complex cases and risk with clarity and confidence.
• Drive timely, proportionate interventions to prevent escalation.
• Run duty and triage referrals based on urgency and need.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and oversight to Social Workers, SCPs, OTs and OTAs.
• Uphold high standards of practice across the team in a pressured environment.

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience in high-volume, fast-moving environments.
• Expert risk management – confident making defensible decisions at pace.
• Strong triage and screening skills – knowing what matters, when it matters.
• Skilled in complex assessments like MCA, Best Interests, and safeguarding.
• Ability to prioritise, problem-solve, and act quickly without compromising quality.
• Confident multidisciplinary working, influencing across teams and partners.
• Experienced in supervising and developing Social Workers, SCPs, OTs and OTAs.
• Natural leader and mentor, driving performance and accountability.

Why Bristol?

Situated in the heart of South West England, Bristol combines rich history with a vibrant modern culture. Famous for its iconic suspension bridge and thriving arts scene, it offers a unique blend of city life with nearby countryside charm. It's an exciting and lively place to live and work, with something on offer for everyone. Join us in Bristol and experience all this dynamic city has to offer!

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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