Senior Practitioner – Duty & Assessment Team – Worcestershire County Council

Job Description

Senior Practitioner (Children’s) – Duty & Assessment Team – Worcestershire County Council

Are you a skilled and passionate Social Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Worcestershire County Council is seeking experienced Senior Practitioners to join their patch-based Duty & Assessment Teams covering Worcester & Malvern and Redditch & Wychavon. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of Worcestershire Children First, delivering high-quality services to children and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake statutory S17 and S47 assessments and manage cases through to closure, step down, or transfer to safeguarding teams.
• Deliver high-quality assessments and interventions to ensure positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Work within a supportive, stable team structure with a focus on reflective practice, supervision, and manageable caseloads.
• Collaborate closely with families, carers, and multi-agency professionals to safeguard children and promote their wellbeing.
• Contribute to a culture of learning and continuous improvement within a permanent management team.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker (QSW) with Social Work England registration.
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualified experience (for higher rate).
• Experience in children’s duty, assessments, and child protection work.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and statutory responsibilities.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and decision-making skills.

Additional Information:

• Office-based across Worcester & Malvern or Redditch & Wychavon.
• Full-time: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:30).
• Contract: 31/03/2025 to 22/06/2025.
• Inside IR35.

Pay Rates:

• £33.30 umbrella/ltd (5+ years post-qualified).
• £30.57 umbrella/ltd (under 5 years post-qualified).

Ardent Social is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, disability, age, religion, or sexual orientation.