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JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker Senior Practitioner – Children with Disabilit... JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker Senior Practitioner – Children with Disabilities TeamSpecialism: Social Worker – ChildrenLocation: Staffordshire, UKSalary: £33.30 per hourType: Ongoing, Part Time / Full TimeSocial Worker Senior Practitioner within the Children with Disabilities Team in Staffordshire, earning £33.30 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing an excellent chance to support children and young people with disabilities while leading and mentoring colleagues within a dedicated Children's Services team. This rewarding role combines complex case management, safeguarding responsibilities, and practice leadership to help achieve the best possible outcomes for children and families.Perks and benefits• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and supports a healthy work-life balance.• Hourly Pay: Earn £33.30 per hour, rewarding your expertise, commitment, and professional leadership.• Flexible Working: Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy that locum work offers.• Professional Development: Access opportunities for continuous learning, career progression, and leadership development.• Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative team committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.• Networking Opportunities: Build valuable relationships with professionals across health, education, social care, and partner agencies.• Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in improving the lives of children and young people with disabilities.What you will do• Case Management: Manage a complex caseload of children and young people with disabilities, ensuring all work is completed within statutory timescales.• Statutory Intervention: Undertake Child in Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children, and care proceedings work where required.• Assessment: Conduct comprehensive assessments in accordance with the Children Act 1989 and relevant legislation.• Care Planning: Develop, implement, and review child-centred plans that promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.• Family Support: Work collaboratively with families to build on strengths, reduce risks, and provide effective support.• Safeguarding: Lead safeguarding enquiries, strategy discussions, and child protection interventions to ensure children remain safe.• Multi-Agency Working: Coordinate support with education, health professionals, and partner agencies to deliver holistic care.• Meetings and Reviews: Attend and contribute to child protection conferences, core group meetings, looked after reviews, and court hearings.• Report Writing: Prepare high-quality reports for statutory reviews, court proceedings, and professional meetings.• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records using the council's electronic case management system.• Mentoring: Provide guidance, support, and mentoring to less experienced colleagues to promote professional development.• Service Development: Contribute to quality assurance processes, service development initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.Qualifications / Requirements• Social Work Qualification: Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised qualification.• Registration: Current Social Work England registration.• Experience: Significant post-qualification experience within Children's Social Care.• Children with Disabilities Experience: Previous experience supporting children and young people with disabilities is highly desirable.• Safeguarding Expertise: Strong experience in child protection, safeguarding, and statutory intervention work.• Legislative Knowledge: Thorough understanding of the Children Act 1989, safeguarding legislation, and relevant statutory guidance.• Leadership Skills: Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting colleagues within a social work setting.• Communication Skills: Excellent assessment, analytical, report-writing, and interpersonal abilities.• Court Experience: Experience preparing court reports and participating in legal proceedings where required.Why StaffordshireStaffordshire offers an exceptional quality of life, combining beautiful countryside, historic market towns, and thriving communities. With excellent transport links, outstanding outdoor spaces, and a rich cultural heritage, it provides the perfect balance between professional development and personal wellbeing. Whether you enjoy exploring nature, visiting local attractions, or becoming part of a welcoming community, Staffordshire is a fantastic place to live and work.Working with Sanctuary PersonnelSanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.Apply nowTake the next step in your social work career and join the Children with Disabilities Team in Staffordshire with Sanctuary Personnel.   

Head of Residential ConveyancingLocation: Stoke Salary: Excellent Package + Career Progression + Wor... Head of Residential ConveyancingLocation: Stoke Salary: Excellent Package + Career Progression + Work-Life Balance Lead, Develop, Shape the Future An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and experienced Residential Conveyancing professional to lead an established Conveyancing Department within a modern, forward thinking law firm.This is more than a fee earning role. It's an opportunity to take ownership of a department, influence its strategic direction, mentor and inspire colleagues, and play a key role in the firm's continued growth and success.We are looking for a dynamic, client-focused leader who shares our commitment to delivering exceptional service and building long-lasting client relationships. Supported by cutting-edge technology and sophisticated case management systems, you'll be able to focus on providing quality legal advice rather than chasing volume. The Role As Head of Residential Conveyancing, you will:Lead and develop the Residential Conveyancing DepartmentManage a varied caseload of residential property matters from instruction through to completion.Maintain the highest standards of client care and service delivery.Support and mentor junior team members.Drive business development initiatives and strengthen referral networks.Build and maintain relationships with clients, introducers, estate agents, and key stakeholders.Contribute to the firm's wider growth strategy and continued success. About You You will be: An experienced Residential Conveyancing Solicitor PQE 4 -5 years+, Legal Executive, Licensed Conveyancer or Conveyancing Lawyer.Confident handling all aspects of residential conveyancing independently.A strong communicator with exceptional client care skills.Commercially minded with a passion for developing business opportunities.Organised, proactive and motivated by delivering outstanding client outcomes.An inspirational leader looking to make a genuine impact within a growing firm.Knowledge across Commercial Property would be great to support in the launch of a new department too! What's on Offer? A highly competitive salary and benefits package.A genuine leadership opportunity with autonomy and influence.Outstanding career progression prospects to Director,A supportive and collaborative management team.Modern systems and technology designed to enhance efficiency and client service.An excellent work-life balance.A firm culture that values quality, professionalism and employee wellbeing.If you're looking for an opportunity to lead a thriving Residential Conveyancing team and build something truly special within a progressive and ambitious firm, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch today. EmmaG@kpir.co.ukMarciaP@kpir.co.uk