Children's Senior Practitioner - Duty Team - Birmingham

Reference: 665769

Join our dedicated team as a Children's Senior Practitioner in the Duty Team in Birmingham, where you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This position offers the opportunity to lead and mentor a dynamic team of social workers, ensuring that high-quality support is delivered to families in need. Your expertise will directly impact the lives of vulnerable children, making a real difference in your community.

As a Children's Senior Practitioner, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing expert guidance and support to social work staff on complex cases.
  • Conducting assessments and developing care plans in collaboration with families and partner agencies.
  • Ensuring compliance with local and national policies and legislation.
  • Leading multi-agency meetings and fostering strong relationships with external stakeholders.
  • Overseeing the duty team's daily operations, managing workloads, and ensuring timely interventions.

The ideal candidate will possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

  • A recognized social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent).
  • Registration with Social Work England.
  • Significant experience in children's social work, particularly in a duty or assessment team.
  • Strong leadership abilities with a commitment to professional development.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on teamwork.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being, including ongoing professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and access to an employee assistance program. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply and join our mission to create a brighter future for the young people of Birmingham.

From £33.30
Per hour
Added 07/10/2026
Reference: 665769

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