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Senior Practitioner - Children in Care

Job Posted: 21 days ago

  • Salary: £ 38,945 - 43,223 / Annum

    Job Type: Permanent

  • Location: Herefordshire

Expire in: 7 days

Job Description

Social Worker - Children in Care Contract: Permanent Location: Hereford Hours: 37 hours per week Salary: £33,945 - £38,223 (plus market supplement of £5,000 per year £38,945 - £43,223) Relocation Package up to £10,000 Available We are excited to offer Social Workers an opportunity to join the Children in Care teams in Herefordshire. The team is making great strides, and we're looking for passionate professionals to work directly with children and families. If you share the ethos of helping children feel secure, thrive, and achieve, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Manage complex caseloads and use resources effectively. Work with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the child's voice is heard. Provide reflection, practice management, and mentoring to team members. Represent the service at court and formal meetings when required. Encourage development of less experienced staff. Contribute to improving high-quality services. We Offer: Competitive salary with market rate supplement and relocation assistance up to £10,000. £5,000 welcome payment for experienced social workers. Flexible working options: job-share, part-time, and some home-working. 31 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase 10 more days. Access to a contributory pension and staff benefits. Professional development time and budget for career progression. Career progression opportunities to senior social worker. Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support. Payment of professional membership fees. About Herefordshire: Herefordshire is a historic county on the Welsh border, with unspoiled countryside and charming market towns. The council prioritises children's safety and development. As a social worker, you will have a direct impact on improving children's lives. Requirements: A recognised social work qualification and HCPC registration. Experience working with children and families, ideally in children in care. Ability to manage complex cases with autonomy. Excellent communication, mentoring, and organisational skills. Strong understanding of child development and relevant legislation. Enhanced DBS check required. How to Apply: For an informal discussion, contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce on (phone number removed) or email

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