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Social Worker Senior Practitioner – Children and Families Team Stockton-on-Tees Job type Salary £31.74 - 31.74 per hour Consultant Call Reference 260344 JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Worker Senior Practitioner – Children and Families Team Specialism: Social Worker – Children Location: Stockton-on-Tees, UK Salary: £31.74 per hour Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time Social Worker Senior Practitioner within the Children and Families Team in Stockton-on-Tees, earning £31.74 per hour. This ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, providing an excellent role for experienced practitioners who combine strong casework skills with leadership and mentoring responsibilities. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, child-centred services while supporting colleagues and driving best practice across the team. Perks and benefits • Part Time / Full Time: Choose flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle and commitments. • Hourly Pay: Earn £31.74 per hour, reflecting your expertise and experience. • Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development to further enhance your career. • Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a supportive environment that promotes wellbeing and flexibility. • Community Impact: Make a meaningful difference to children, young people, and families. What you will do • Caseload Management: Manage complex cases including Children in Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children, and care proceedings. • Assessment: Undertake detailed assessments in line with statutory requirements and local procedures. • Care Planning: Develop, implement, and review child-focused care and protection plans. • Court Work: Prepare evidence-based reports and represent the local authority in court and meetings. • Safeguarding: Lead safeguarding investigations and ensure children are protected from harm. • Practice Leadership: Mentor, coach, and support social workers and students to promote best practice. • Quality Assurance: Participate in audits and contribute to service improvement initiatives. • Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with partners across health, education, housing, and police. Why Stockton-on-Tees Stockton-on-Tees offers a vibrant and welcoming community with excellent amenities, beautiful surroundings, and strong transport links. With a blend of urban convenience and green spaces, it provides a fantastic setting for both career growth and personal wellbeing. Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary 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 now to join the Children and Families Team in Stockton-on-Tees and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.