Social Worker / Senior Practitioner Childrens

  • Impellam
  • Burntwood, Staffordshire
  • Jan 31, 2026
Seasonal Healthcare & Medical

Job Description

Make a Real Difference - Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner (Children & Families)

Staffordshire County Council Up to £33.30 per hour (Umbrella)Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00 Hybrid Working Available

Staffordshire County Council is recruiting an experienced Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner (Grade 10) to join a supportive and forward-thinking Children & Families Service on a locum basis.

This is a high-impact role for a confident practitioner passionate about strengths-based, restorative practice, early intervention, and helping families thrive within their communities.

The Role
  • Managing complex cases and delivering high-quality social work interventions

  • Using restorative and strengths-based approaches to support children and families

  • Supporting families to develop their own plans through Family Meetings and Family Group Conferences

  • Completing high-quality assessments and reports for court, Child Protection Conferences and statutory reviews

  • Reviewing and monitoring children and family plans to achieve aspirational outcomes

  • Working collaboratively with families, colleagues and partner agencies

  • Maintaining accurate records in line with organisational policies and ICS requirements

  • Contributing to service development, policy and new initiatives

  • Upholding BASW Code of Ethics and Social Work England professional standards

  • Deputising for the Team Manager when required

Why Join Staffordshire?
  • Supportive and progressive Children & Families Service

  • Strong emphasis on quality practice and early intervention

  • Opportunity to influence practice and mentor colleagues

  • Hybrid working to support work-life balance

  • Competitive locum rate up to £33.30 per hour (Umbrella)

What Happens Next?

If you're passionate about making a real difference and meet the requirements for this role, we'd love to hear from you.

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