Senior Social Worker (Non-Case Holding) - Middlesbrough North Supporting Team

Location: Middlesbrough Council, UK

Team: North Supporting Team

Pay Rate: £32.73 per hour

Middlesbrough Council is looking for a proactive and experienced Senior Social Worker to join our North Supporting Team. This is a unique opportunity for a dedicated professional to provide crucial support and mentorship without holding a personal caseload. Your expertise will be vital in guiding our team through complex cases and ensuring the highest standards of practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert consultation and guidance to social workers on complex cases, particularly within child protection and court proceedings.

• Support the team's development through mentoring, supervision, and providing clear direction on best practices.

• Conduct high-quality audits of case files and reports to ensure consistency and compliance.

• Assist in preparing the team and service for internal and external inspections, such as OFSTED.

• Facilitate multi-agency meetings and foster strong collaborative relationships.

• Identify and deliver training to address emerging needs within the team.

Requirements:

• A recognised Social Work qualification.

• Registration with Social Work England.

• Significant post-qualification experience in statutory child protection.

• Proven experience in a supervisory, mentoring, or practice education role.

• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex information and provide clear, decisive guidance.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• A strong commitment to child welfare and continuous professional development.

If you are an experienced Social Worker who thrives in a supportive, non-case-holding role, this is the perfect opportunity to use your skills to empower others and enhance practice across the team.

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