Charles Hunter Associates

Children's Advanced Practitioner

We are looking for a Advanced Practitioner to join our Duty and Assessment Team.


Do not apply for this role if you do not have a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years experience post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.



About the team


This team acts as the first point of contact for all safeguarding concerns and requests for support regarding children in the local community.

The team manage the incoming referrals from schools, health professionals and the general public when concerns regarding the children's safety/ welfare arises.

The role of this team is to ensure that the referrals receive the most appropriate level of need required in a timely manner, they play a vital role in the progression of each allegation and case.

As a advanced practitioner, this role involves advising on complex safeguarding decisions and providing consultancy, supervision and training to internal staff and multi-agency professionals to support the early identification of harm.



About you


A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipDW/CQSW) with a minimum of three years experiences is essential to be considered for this role.

Having experience as a Advanced Practitioner and having a thorough understanding of the children safeguarding processes is keAbility to be flexible resilient and reflective is also essential.

A valid UK driving license and vehicle is required to qualify for this role.



What's on offer?



  • £37.00 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options also available)

  • Hybrid working scheme

  • Great opportunity to work in a specialist team

  • Parking available nearby/ onsite

  • Easily accessible offices



For more information, please get in contact


Liberty Hodder - Candidate Consultant


0118 948 5555 / 07884008267




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