• As a Senior Practitioner in Children’s Social Care, you will take a lead role in delivering high-quality statutory social work services to children and families.

• You will manage complex cases, provide guidance and supervision to less experienced staff, and promote best practice to ensure the safeguarding and welfare of children in line with current legislation and policy frameworks.

• Manage a complex caseload of children and families, including those requiring child protection and looked-after services.

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of need and risk, formulate care plans, and deliver appropriate interventions.

• Supervise and support junior social workers, offering case advice and guidance as needed.

• Represent the service in multi-agency settings, including case conferences, court proceedings, and planning meetings.

• Prepare and present reports to a high standard for courts, child protection conferences, and statutory reviews.

• Lead on service development activities, training, and practice improvement within the team.

• Act as duty social worker on a rota basis, providing advice and support in urgent or complex cases.

• Promote and embed anti-discriminatory practice and uphold equalities principles across all areas of work.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex and high-risk cases involving child protection and court proceedings.

• Strong assessment, analytical and planning skills.

• Confident decision-maker with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to support and develop colleagues through supervision or mentoring.

• Skilled in engaging effectively with children, families, and professionals across services.

• In-depth knowledge of the Children Act 1989, safeguarding frameworks, and relevant legislation/guidance.

• Competence in using ICT systems and case management software.

• Commitment to continuous professional development and service improvement.

• Substantial post-qualification experience in statutory children’s social work.

• You must hold a recognised social work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent).

• Registration with Social Work England is essential prior to starting the role.

• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check is required.