Social Worker Advanced Practitioner - Emergency Duty Team (edt) in Lincolnshire, Lincolnshire

Job Title: Social Worker Advanced Practitioner - Emergency Duty Team (EDT)
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Lincolnshire, UK
Salary: £40.00 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time (Ongoing)

Social Worker Advanced Practitioner - Children's Emergency Duty Team (EDT) in Lincolnshire, UK, earning £40.00 per hour. This exciting ongoing opportunity places you at the forefront of Children's Services, making critical decisions that safeguard children and young people when urgent intervention is required. Predominantly home-based, with occasional office shifts in Lincoln, this role operates outside normal working hours on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, have strong decision-making skills, and are passionate about protecting vulnerable children, this is a unique opportunity to make a real and lasting impact.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle, whether you're seeking flexibility or consistent hours.
• Hourly Pay: Earn an impressive £40.00 per hour, ensuring you're rewarded for your expertise and commitment.
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in emergency social work practice, enhancing your safeguarding and crisis intervention skills.
• Work Autonomy: Enjoy a high level of professional responsibility and the opportunity to make impactful decisions when they matter most.
• Collaborative Network: Work alongside experienced professionals across health, police, education, and other partner agencies.
• Home-Based Working: Benefit from predominantly remote working, with only occasional office attendance required.

What you will do

• Respond swiftly to emergency referrals and requests for social care intervention received by the EDT.
• Undertake urgent assessments of children and young people where concerns cannot safely wait until the next working day.
• Assess immediate and potential risks of significant harm, making timely safeguarding decisions and implementing protective measures.
• Ensure the child's voice, wishes, and feelings are central to assessment and decision-making processes.
• Develop safety plans in partnership with children, parents, carers, and relevant professionals.
• Conduct statutory social work interventions in accordance with current legislation, policy, and guidance.
• Initiate Section 47 enquiries and participate in strategy discussions where appropriate.
• Liaise effectively with professionals from health, police, education, and other agencies to coordinate emergency responses.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely case records.
• Ensure all decisions, actions, and recommendations are effectively communicated and handed over to daytime teams.

Why Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire offers an exceptional quality of life, combining historic cities, beautiful countryside, and stunning coastal landscapes. From the magnificent Lincoln Cathedral and charming market towns to expansive nature reserves and peaceful rural communities, the county provides endless opportunities for exploration and relaxation. Whether you're looking for career progression or a better work-life balance, Lincolnshire is a fantastic place to live and work.

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Apply now to join the Children's Emergency Duty Team (EDT) in Lincolnshire and take the next step in your social work career with Sanctuary Personnel.