Advanced Practitioner - Fostering - Southend - Must Drive

Reference: GB241025E_1761334148

Advanced Practitioner - Fostering - Southend - Must Drive


Job Advert:

Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a full-time permanent Advanced Practitioner to join its Fostering Recruitment & Assessment Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced professionals with at least 3 years of current fostering experience and Advanced Practitioner status.

In this role, you will:

  • Deliver high-quality assessment, intervention, and therapeutic services to children and families
  • Manage complex cases and provide specialist advice and consultation
  • Conduct holistic assessments considering education, health, and social needs
  • Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and council policies
  • Attend team meetings, participate in duty days, and contribute to continuous improvement

Key Details:

  • Salary: £46,142-£52,413 (no movement - please inform candidates before submission)
  • Location: Southend-on-Sea
  • Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days on-site weekly, approx. 3 duty days/month
  • Requirements: Must have 3+ years fostering experience, be an Advanced Practitioner, hold a valid UK driving licence, and have access to a car

This role offers the chance to lead and shape fostering practice within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - [email protected] / 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

£39,152.00 - £52,413.00
Per annum
GBP39152 - GBP52413 per annum + benefits

Southend-on-Sea

Permanent

Added 24/10/2025
Reference: GB241025E_1761334148

Advanced Practitioner - Fostering - Southend - Must Drive

Southend-on-Sea
Permanent

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