Location
Bexleyheath, London Borough of Bexley

Hours
Office based at least 3 days a week

Salary
£58,398 per annum

About the Role
The Senior Practitioner will provide advanced social work practice within the Families First; Family Help Service, holding a reduced caseload comprising the most complex children and families requiring statutory intervention. This role involves working closely with families to ensure their needs are met through statutory intervention and support.

Benefits
Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent, combining the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. The borough features award-winning parks, open spaces, heritage sites, excellent transport connections including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Residents enjoy fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, shopping areas, and numerous primary, secondary, and further education institutions. The Council offers a competitive salary package, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme, and generous annual leave plus bank holidays.

Additional Information
This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council’s existing employees. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The authority is a disability confident employer and welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. Reasonable adjustments can be made during the recruitment process.

Experience
Applicants should have advanced social work practice experience, particularly working with complex children and families requiring statutory intervention. For a full list of essential and desirable criteria, please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description.

About you
You should be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Enthusiasm for working within a diverse community and the ability to manage complex cases with professionalism and empathy are essential. A willingness to engage in coaching and mentoring programmes is desirable.

Qualifications
Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please ensure your personal statement fully aligns with the role criteria and is no more than two sides of A4.