Advanced Practitioner - Child Protection in Ferndale

Advanced Practitioner – Child Protection – Central LondonRole: Advanced PractitionerLocation: Central LondonTeam: Child ProtectionPay: up to £40.

50 per hourContract: Full-Time LocumIn the office: HybridAre you an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career?

A Local Authority in Central London is seeking passionate professionals like you to join their Child Safeguarding Team as an Advanced Practitioner.

Benefits: * Supportive and collaborative team environment * Opportunities for professional development and career progression * Flexible working arrangements, including a mix of office-based and remote work * Meaningful work that makes a positive impact on the lives of children and familiesResponsibilities: * Holding a small caseload of complex cases * Conducting thorough assessments and investigations in child protection cases * Developing and implementing effective safeguarding plans to protect children at risk * Supporting and modelling best practices to ASYE and less experienced Social Workers * Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the safety and well-being of children * Providing support and guidance to children and families in crisis * Preparing detailed reports and attending court proceedings when necessary * Supporting the Team Manager with KPIs and other tasks * Engaging with children and families through visits to their homes, schools, and other community settingsRequirements: * Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England * Minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience in child protection and safeguarding within children's services * Strong assessment, analytical, and report-writing skills * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a diverse caseload * Commitment to bringing positive change and stability to the lives of children and familiesAbout the Local Authority: This Local Authority in Central London is on an improvement journey, committed to delivering high-quality services to its diverse community.

The Child Safeguarding Team plays a vital role in protecting vulnerable children and supporting families.

As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to positive changes and be part of a process that aims to improve the lives of children and families in the Borough.

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