We are looking for a Senior Practitioner to join a Placements Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience.

About the team

This team works to ensure that care plans are progressed for children and young people who are looked after children.

This role requires a Senior Practitioner to deputise for the central placement Service Manager in order to contribute to the management of the team.

This will include recruiting, directing, monitoring staff and providing support to the team to uphold the standards expected from a Local Authoirty rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted..

About you

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in a supervisory role within children's safeguarding Social Work.

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years' post qualification experience is essential for this role (a completed ASYE is counted as one completed year).

A valid UK driving licence and car is essential in order to be considered for this role.

What's on offer?

• “Outstanding” Ofsted Inspection results


• Up to £41.50 per hour Umbrella (PAYE payment options available also)


• An opportunity to further enhance your supervisory experience


• Hybrid working scheme


• Minimum 6 month contract


• Supportive management structure

For more information, please get in contact

Katherine Scoggins - Candidate Consultant

0118 948 5555 / 07990044930