Advanced Social Worker

• Specialist Expertise: Develop a specialist area of practice, such as: Engaging and assessing parents with learning difficulties and/or disabilities or Supporting children and young people to build emotional resilience and coping strategies
• Complex Case Management: Take professional responsibility for a complex caseload involving children, carers, and families requiring intensive support and guidance
• Risk Assessment & Decision-Making: Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk, accountability, and fluctuating circumstances, including hostile situations
• Intervention & Safeguarding: Use a range of interventions to promote independence, prevent deterioration, and ensure safety while balancing rights and risks
• Leadership & Mentoring: Provide reflective supervision and guidance to less experienced social workers. Act as a practice educator for students (training available if required). Chair professional meetings and share expertise across teams and partner agencies
• Practice Development: Play a leading role in promoting a learning culture and embedding best practice within the team
• Compliance & Recording: Maintain accurate case records, ensure data protection compliance, and uphold safeguarding policies

• Hold a recognised Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England
• Have substantial experience as an Experienced Social Worker
• Understand relevant legislation and demonstrate strong safeguarding skills
• Be committed to continuous professional development
• Hold a full UK driving licence (or be learning to drive)
• Be passionate about social justice, anti-oppressive practice, and embedding anti-racist practice

recruitment and retention package of £3,000 market supplement per annum, paid monthly