Locum Senior Practitioner - Looked After Children
- Posted 20 September 2022
- Salary £37.00 - £38.00 per hour
- LocationKent
- Job type Contract
- Discipline Social Work
- ReferenceJ5639_1663758029
- Contact NameJordan Peat
Job description
London Borough of Bexley is looking for a Senior Practitioner to join their Looked After Children Service.
This is a Locum Social Work role.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience working in a Looked after Children Team.
The key to success in this role is to hold previous experience build lasting relationships with children and families.
Benefits for you as a LAC Senior Practitioner:
- Competitive Pay Rate: £37.00-£38.00
- Flexible working and work from home available
- Easily accessible via car or public transport
- Received "Good" and "Outstanding" Ofsted inspection result
Your responsibilities as a Looked After Children Senior Practitioner:
- Experience within Looked After Children team
- Experience or a willingness to be trained in and use the Signs of Safety practice
- To coordinate and implement plans that are based on assessments and address areas of unmet safety and welfare needs for children
- Experience carrying out assessments, especially when working with families who have no settled immigration status or are seeking asylum.
- To lead or chair meetings core groups
- Experience writing complex and sensitive reports, case notes, and court statements
Requirements of you as a LAC Senior Practitioner:
- A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree/DipSW/CQSW)
- A valid Social Work England registration
- Have competent knowledge and experience of work within Looked After Children
- A valid UK Driving Licence and vehicle is required
Location: Bexley, London
Umbrella pay rate: £37.00-£38.00
PAYE payment options available also
Please follow the instructions on this website, or alternatively contact Jordan Peat on 0118 948 5555 or email jpeat@charecruitment.com for further details and please do be sure to leave your contact details
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