Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Children Exploitation Team - Middlesbrough - Sanctuary Personal

Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Children Exploitation Team

Job Title: Social Work Advanced Practitioner - Children Exploitation Team

Location: Middlesbrough, UK

Salary: £35.49 per hour

Contract Type: Ongoing Locum - Full Time or Part Time

Join a dynamic and dedicated Children Exploitation Team in Middlesbrough, supporting vulnerable children at risk of or experiencing exploitation. This locum role offers a hybrid working arrangement (two days in-office) and the flexibility to respond to escalating concerns, alongside a very manageable caseload. An Enhanced DBS for Working with Children is required prior to starting.

Perks and Benefits

Full Time/Part Time: Flexible options to suit your lifestyle while making a meaningful difference.

Hybrid Working: Enjoy some work from home days with the flexibility to respond to urgent cases.

Competitive Pay: Locum rates reflect your expertise and experience in a specialist field.

Professional Growth: Access training and development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills.

Manageable Caseload: Focus on delivering high quality support without being overwhelmed.

Purpose of the Role

To provide expert social work practice within the Children Exploitation Team, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and protection of children at risk of exploitation. You will carry out assessments, develop care plans, implement interventions, and provide guidance to colleagues, while working collaboratively with partner agencies.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct thorough assessments and develop tailored care plans for children at risk of exploitation.

Implement interventions to safeguard children and support their development.

Provide expert guidance and support to colleagues within the Children Exploitation Team.

Collaborate with multi agency partners to ensure a holistic safeguarding approach.

Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and best practices.

Respond promptly to escalating concerns, providing professional advice and intervention as needed.

Person Specification

Registered Social Worker with Social Work England.

Post qualifying experience in safeguarding children, ideally with exposure to exploitation cases.

Proven ability to manage complex, high risk cases effectively.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and multi agency collaboration skills.

Ability to work independently while adhering to statutory requirements.

Living and Working in Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough combines vibrant city life with access to beautiful countryside. It offers affordable living, a welcoming community, and a rich cultural scene including arts, music, and leisure opportunities. A role here provides professional growth while enjoying a high quality of life.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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