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Social Worker​/Senior Practitioner; Childrens

Job in Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16, England, UK
Listing for: Staffordshire County Council
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-01-17
Job specializations:
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Child Development/Support
  • Social Work
    Child Development/Support, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 24.38 GBP Hourly GBP 24.38 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Childrens)

Job Opportunity:
Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Children's)

Location: Staffordshire (County-wide)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

Pay: Up to £24.38 per hour (umbrella)

About the Role:

You will work across various teams in Staffordshire, so a broad understanding of children's social work services is essential. Teams requiring cover include:

  • Integrated Front Door Service
  • 4 x Duty Teams
  • Children in Care Team

You will support complex children and families across the full spectrum of children's services, including assessments and court work as needed.

What You ll Be Doing:
  • Providing specialist support to children and families in complex situations
  • Conducting assessments and preparing court reports where required
  • Working collaboratively with multiple teams and partner agencies
  • Responding to duty emergencies (preference for candidates local to Staffordshire)
  • Contributing to practice development and supporting colleagues
Pay Rates (In line with MOU):
  • Social Worker / Band 1
    • ASYE + at least 2 years' experience
    • £28.55 per hour
  • Senior Social Worker / Band 2
    • ASYE + at least 3 years' experience
    • £30.57 per hour
  • Advanced/Senior Practitioner / Assistant Team Manager
    • Caseload management plus supervisory or practice development duties
    • £33.30 per hour
  • What happens now?

    If you re passionate about making a real difference and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you! Apply on below post.

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    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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