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Position: Advanced Practitioner
Location: Northumberland County Council
Northumberland County Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practitioner to join our Children’s Safeguarding service. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced social worker ready to step into a senior role and help shape safe and positive outcomes for children and families across the county.
About the Role
As an Advanced Practitioner, you will carry a complex caseload and demonstrate exemplary practice in situations requiring high levels of autonomy and professional judgement. You will play a crucial part in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children through robust assessment, planning and intervention.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload involving complex and sensitive cases, requiring in-depth knowledge and advanced practice.
* Provide coaching and mentoring to less experienced social workers within the team.
* Offer direct supervision to team members as delegated by the Team Manager.
* Chair key meetings within the Signs of Safety framework, such as Child in Need Reviews and Initial Core Groups.
* Work within current legislation and the procedural framework of Northumberland County Council.
* Collaborate with service users, their families, and multi-agency partners to assess needs and develop support plans.
* Act as a Practice Educator, supervising and supporting student social work placements.
* Participate in regular professional supervision in accordance with departmental policy.
What We Are Looking For
* Qualified and registered social worker with significant post-qualification experience.
* Demonstrable experience in child protection, safeguarding and statutory children’s social care services.
* Strong interpersonal, decision-making and leadership skills.
* Commitment to reflective practice and continuous professional development.
* Practice Educator qualification (or willingness to undertake).
* A strong understanding of the Signs of Safety approach and experience in chairing meetings.
Benefits Of Tripod Partners:
* Top performing QSW Agency in the UK
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* Market-leading referral bonus of £500
Kory Wah
Tripod Partners
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