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Senior Practitioner

Job Posted: 21 hours ago

Salary: £ 40 - 40 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Staffordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Staffordshire County Council

Senior Practitioner – Assessment Team

Pay Rate: £40 per hour

Hours: 37 per week

Contract: Locum

About the Role

Staffordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Senior Practitioner to join its Assessment Team.

You will work with children and families at the front door of services, undertaking assessments and responding to safeguarding concerns to ensure children receive the right support at the right time.

As a Senior Practitioner, you will support high-quality practice within the team, manage complex cases, and provide guidance and mentoring to colleagues where required.

Key Responsibilities

Complete Child and Family Assessments and Section 47 enquiries.
	
Manage complex safeguarding and assessment cases.
	
Provide support and guidance to less experienced social workers.
	
Assess risk and develop effective safety plans.
	
Work collaboratively with education, health, police, and partner agencies.
	
Undertake direct work with children and families.
	
Prepare high-quality reports for conferences, reviews, and court proceedings.
	
Maintain accurate and timely case recordings.

Practice Model Used by Staffordshire

Staffordshire operates a Strengths-Based Practice Model, supported by Restorative Practice principles.

This approach focuses on:

Building strong relationships with children and families
	
Collaborative, solution-focused working
	
Recognising strengths and support networks
	
Transparent assessment and decision-making
	
Reflective supervision and continuous professional development
	
The model supports consistent, child-centred practice and positive outcomes.

Why Staffordshire Is a Great Place to Live and Work

Staffordshire offers an excellent balance of countryside living and modern convenience:

Home to beautiful outdoor spaces including Cannock Chase and easy access to the Peak District National Park.
	
Affordable housing and a lower cost of living compared to many parts of the UK.
	
Friendly communities with excellent schools and local amenities.
	
Strong transport links to Birmingham, Manchester, and the wider Midlands region.
	
A supportive local authority committed to staff wellbeing, professional development, and improving outcomes for children.
	
It’s a fantastic place to build your career while enjoying a great quality of life.

Interested?

To apply, please send your CV to:

For more information, call:

(phone number removed)

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