Spennymoor Families First Advanced Practitioner | Durham

Reference: 649905

Join our dedicated team as a Spennymoor Families First Advanced Practitioner in Durham, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting families to achieve positive outcomes. In this rewarding position, you will be responsible for leading assessments, developing care plans, and providing guidance to social workers and support staff. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring that children and families receive the highest standard of care and support.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families to identify needs and risks.
  • Developing and implementing evidence-based intervention plans tailored to individual family situations.
  • Providing supervision and mentoring to less experienced social workers, fostering their professional development.
  • Collaborating with multi-agency teams to ensure a coordinated approach to service delivery.
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records in compliance with local and national policies.

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

  • A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work or equivalent).
  • Registration with Social Work England.
  • Significant experience in child protection and family support.
  • Strong assessment and analytical skills, with the ability to make informed decisions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with families and colleagues.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your professional growth and well-being, including ongoing training opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of families and are ready to take the next step in your social work career, we would love to hear from you!

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Durham

Temporary

Added 09/06/2026
Reference: 649905

Spennymoor Families First Advanced Practitioner | Durham

Durham
Temporary

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