Leicestershire - Senior Practitioner - Families Together & Out of Hours Service - £40

Reference: 588370

Join our dedicated team in Leicestershire as a Senior Practitioner in the Families Together & Out of Hours Service, where you will play a vital role in supporting families through challenging times. This position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 per annum and presents an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families within our community.

As a Senior Practitioner, you will be responsible for a range of critical duties, including:

  • Leading assessments and interventions for families in need, ensuring the delivery of high-quality social work practice.
  • Supervising and mentoring junior staff members, fostering their professional development and ensuring adherence to best practices.
  • Collaborating with multi-agency partners to create comprehensive support plans tailored to individual family needs.
  • Managing a caseload effectively while maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation in compliance with local authority standards.
  • Participating in out-of-hours service provision to ensure timely support for families in crisis situations.

To be considered for this role, you must possess the following qualifications and skills:

  • A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
  • Registration with Social Work England or equivalent regulatory body.
  • Significant post-qualification experience in children's social work, particularly within family support services.
  • Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make sound judgments in complex situations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to working collaboratively with families and professionals.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and professional growth, including ongoing training and development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and access to employee assistance programs. If you are passionate about making a difference and are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position today!

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Leicester

Temporary

Added 15/10/2025
Reference: 588370

Leicestershire - Senior Practitioner - Families Together & Out of Hours Service - £40

Leicester
Temporary

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