CSW - Senior Social Worker / Advanced Practitioner - 0-25 Disabilities

Advanced Social Worker – Children’s Social Care Colindale, London | £37.54 per hour (Umbrella) We are seeking an experienced Advanced Social Worker to join a statutory Children’s Social Care service in Colindale. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled practitioner who can work autonomously with complex cases, manage higher levels of risk and support the development of less experienced social workers. Key Responsibilities * Provide high-quality social work services to children and families in complex situations. * Assess, plan, implement and review safeguarding and permanence plans. * Manage complex cases and higher levels of risk using sound professional judgement. * Work autonomously within statutory frameworks, Council policies and procedures. * Support, mentor and provide guidance to less experienced social workers. * Take a lead role in a specialist area of practice. * Deputise for the Line Manager when required. * Contribute to effective multi-agency working and safeguarding arrangements. * Promote positive outcomes and ensure children have the opportunity to reach their full potential. * Maintain high standards of recording, assessment and professional practice. Essential Requirements * Substantial post-qualifying experience in statutory Children’s Social Care. * Strong experience managing complex safeguarding and permanence cas...