Social Worker​/Senior Practitioner; Childrens

Position: Social Worker / Senior Practitioner (Childrens)
Social Worker / Senior Practitioner

Location:

Staffordshire
Team:
Stafford Duty Hub
Office Base:
Staffordshire Place 1 (on-site parking available)

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday | 09:00 - 17:00
Pay Rate:
Up to £33.30 per hour (Umbrella, in line with MOU)

About the Role

Staffordshire County Council is seeking experienced Social Workers, Senior Social Workers, and Advanced/Senior Practitioners to join the Stafford Duty Hub. This is a key frontline service supporting children, adolescents, and families at the point of need, ensuring timely assessments, effective safeguarding, and appropriate interventions.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a structured and supportive duty environment, alongside experienced professionals committed to delivering high-quality statutory practice.

Team Information

Team:
Stafford Duty Hub

Office

Location:

Staffordshire Place 1

Facilities:
On-site parking available

Team Size:
To be confirmed

Key Responsibilities

Undertake initial child and family assessments

Complete Section 47 enquiries where required

Assess risk and need to inform timely decision-making

Safeguard children and adolescents in line with statutory guidance

Work collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners

Maintain accurate and timely case recording

Pay Rates (Set in Line with MOU)

Band 1 - Social Worker

ASYE completed with a minimum of 2 years' experience

£28.55 per hour (Umbrella)

Band 2 - Senior Social Worker

ASYE completed with a minimum of 3 years' experience

£30.57 per hour (Umbrella)

Advanced / Senior Practitioner / Assistant Team Manager

Meets all above criteria, plus:

Management of a complex caseload

Supervisory and/or practice development responsibilities

Contribution to the learning and development of others

£33.30 per hour (Umbrella)

Why Join Staffordshire County Council?

Well-established Duty Hub with clear processes and support

Strong management and professional supervision

Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, impactful frontline service

Commitment to high-quality safeguarding and assessment practice

Next Steps

If you are passionate about making a positive difference and meet the experience requirements for one of the above levels, we would welcome your application.

Please apply via the post below and feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues or professional contacts who may be interested.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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