Advanced Practitioner (Wareham)

Title: Advanced Practitioner - Safeguarding Children

Location: Wareham, Dorset

Working Pattern: 4-day week over a 14-week rota, including overnight on-call and weekend working (separate rota)

Department: Dorset Children's Services

Pay Rate: £32.66 per hour

Team Size: Approximately 30 members, including 14 Social Workers

Reporting to: Team Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Practitioner for our Safeguarding Children team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled social worker to join a dynamic and supportive team committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safeguarding Referrals: Take new safeguarding referrals and make informed decisions on next actions, including immediate safeguarding measures where necessary.
• Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners, including information sharing and attending regular multi-agency meetings.
• Out of Hours Service: Serve as a point of contact for the out of hours service, managing cases involving children with extensive social care involvement.
• Consultation-Based Practice: Provide expert consultation and advice to colleagues and partners, ensuring best practice in social work.
• Database Management: Use the MOSAIC database/system to log all conversations, decisions, and actions accurately.
• Autonomous Working: Confidently work autonomously, making critical decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Team Collaboration: Work as part of a supportive team, sharing knowledge and expertise to improve outcomes for children.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: BA (or equivalent) in Social Work, DipSW.
• Professional Registration: Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England (SWE)
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years post-qualifying social work experience, with experience in an assessment and/or MASH Team.
• Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and reflective skills
• Proficiency in using social care databases, specifically MOSAIC
• Proven ability to work effectively in a multi-agency environment
• Demonstrated experience in out of hours social work
• Confidence in autonomous decision-making

Additional Requirements:

• Office Presence: Ability to work in the Wareham office at least 2 days per week
• Work Schedule: Willingness to participate in a 14-week rota, including overnight on-call and weekend working.

Personal Attributes:

• Team Player: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues
• Autonomous Worker: Confidence and capability to work independently and make informed decisions.
• Effective Communicator: Strong communication skills to interact effectively with professionals, children, and families
• Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail in managing safeguarding cases and maintaining accurate records.

Please Apply below or call us on 0121 270 8878.

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