Advanced Practitioner.3381
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
09/10/2020
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 19/10/2020 00:00
Salary:
£36,876 - £40,760
Job Category:
Social Care - Children Service
Employment Location:
Eddie Ferguson House
Further Information
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Disabled Children Team in Northumberland and we are looking to recruit a full time Advanced Practitioner to join our very stable team. The Disabled Children Team supports children / young people across Northumberland for those in need of statutory support and intervention. This role will entail managing a caseload of complex cases which sit in the team (encompassing CIN, CP and LACS cases). The role will entail providing formal and informal supervision to members of the team, as well as deputising and chair meetings for the Deputy Team manager and Team Manager, as appropriate. This role will involve supporting the management team including ensuring that specific areas of the service delivery are developed and delivered to meet the needs of children and families. The post will also entail supporting with the decision making including; new referrals into the team. The successful applicant will be passionate about improving outcomes for children with a range of complex needs and their families. You must hold a relevant social worker qualification, be registered with Social Work England and have completed your ASYE. This position involves managing cases across the county, whilst some agile working may be necessary you will predominantly be based in our main office which is based in Eddie Ferguson House, Blyth. Whilst we welcome applicants with a range of experience it would be desirable to have at least 2 years post qualifying experience of working with children with disabilities and safeguarding. The salary for this position is £36876 - 40760
The closing date is 19 October 2020 at midnight
https://www.northumberland.gov.uk//getmedia/6eb40fa9-c9a1-4cf8-b90c-087b065b0526/3381-Advanced-Practitioner.aspx https://www.northumberland.gov.uk//getmedia/1c92f422-07c5-4080-a16a-7d13126446c3/Leadership-Pledge-Flier.aspx Northumberland County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We recognise the difficulties that transgender applicants in particular may face during a recruitment process; any concerns regarding the process can be discussed with Rebecca Harding (Trans HR Support Officer) on 01670 623 130 or email Rebecca.harding@northumberland.gov.uk . We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. All applications to work on a part-time will be considered in line with the requirements of the post and the needs of the service. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to attend interview please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk. "
Please note
This job is closed for applications.