Senior Practitioner
| Posting date: | 03 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £41.50 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | hybrid working |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 August 2025 |
| Location: | Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, SG1 2ST |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Charles Hunter Associates Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | KSSNRPRCRFRLASSMNT_1751557553 |
Summary
We are looking for a Children's Senior Practitioner to join a Referral and Assessment Team.
This role requires a Social Work qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in a permanent contract/s.
About the team
The team is responsible for completing S17, S47 and pre-birth assessments to provide short term intervention for children and families to avoid further escalation to child protection services. This role requires holding a small, complex caseload, whilst being able to provide advice and guidance to Social Workers in the team. This team works in a fast paced environment and prioritise restorative practice with each and every case they deal with.
About you
You will be an enthusiastic and committed Social Worker with substantial knowledge in a children's frontline setting. Ability to work in a fast paced environment and support peers is key to the success of this role. It is also essential to have a degree within Social Work (Degree/DipSW/CQSW) and minimum three years post qualified experience.
What's on offer?
- £41.50 per hour (PAYE payment options available also)
- "Outstanding" and "Good" Ofsted inspection results
- Hybrid working scheme
- Parking available/ nearby
- Supportive management structure
- Easily accessible via car or public transport
For more information, please get in contact
Katherine Scoggins - Team Leader
0118 948 5555 / 07990044930
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme