Senior Practitioner - Duty & Short Term Help - Walsall
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Practitioner to join a Duty and Short-Term Help service. This is an opportunity for a qualified social worker to provide responsive, strengths-based support to children, young people and their families at times when they need help quickly and effectively.
You will take responsibility for responding to new referrals, assessing presenting needs and risks, and determining the most appropriate support or intervention. Working within a short-term framework, you will undertake proportionate assessments, develop clear plans with families, and review progress within agreed timescales. You will work collaboratively with families and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes, reduce risk and prevent the escalation of need wherever possible.
As a Senior Practitioner, you will manage a varied and complex caseload, provide professional advice and guidance to colleagues, and contribute to the development of effective practice within the team. You will support less experienced practitioners through consultation, reflective supervision and case discussion, while promoting high standards of recording, analysis and decision-making. You may also contribute to duty arrangements, multi-agency meetings, safeguarding processes and the escalation of concerns where required.
Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You will have substantial post-qualifying experience in children's social care, including experience of assessment, safeguarding, risk management and working with families in times of crisis. A sound understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance and evidence-informed practice is essential.
You will need excellent communication, organisation and analytical skills, together with the confidence to make timely professional decisions. We are looking for someone who can work calmly under pressure, build purposeful relationships, challenge appropriately and maintain a child-centred approach. A valid driving licence and the ability to travel within the local area may be required.
This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference through focused, practical interventions while contributing to a supportive and reflective professional environment.
Senior Practitioner - Duty & Short Term Help - Walsall
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