Advanced Children Practitioner

6 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• Advanced Practitioner – Children’s Social Care (G10) required for Lincolnshire County Council on a 26\-week temporary contract (maternity cover).

• This role sits within Children’s Services and focuses on safeguarding, assessment, and statutory case management under CIN, CP, and legal frameworks.

• The post operates on a three\-week duty rota (one week on duty office\-based, two weeks hybrid). The successful candidate will manage complex cases, complete Child and Family Assessments, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure children are safeguarded effectively.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Undertake Child and Family Assessments where safeguarding concerns have been raised

• Manage and progress cases within Child in Need (CIN) and Child Protection (CP) frameworks

• Lead and contribute to strategy discussions, core groups, and child protection conferences

• Work in partnership with multi\-agency professionals to ensure effective safeguarding planning

• Undertake enquiries and direct work with families to ensure children are cared for safely

• Manage cases within both Private and Public Law proceedings

• Prepare high\-quality assessments, reports, and court statements

• Carry a caseload including complex and high\-risk cases

• Participate in a three\-week duty rota (one week on duty office\-based; two weeks off duty hybrid)

• Maintain accurate case recording in line with statutory requirements and local authority standards

Skills/Experience:

• Significant post\-qualifying experience within Children’s Services.

• Strong safeguarding and risk assessment experience.

• Experience managing CIN and CP plans.

• Experience of Private and Public Law proceedings.

• Ability to complete comprehensive Child and Family Assessments.

• Confident in court work and report writing.

• Strong multi\-agency working skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Ability to manage a busy and demanding caseload.

Additional Information:

• The closing date: 06/03/2026.

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW/CQSW or equivalent).

• Registered with Social Work England.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

• Enhanced DBS.

• Hours: 37 hours per week.

• £40.00 per hour Limited/Umbrella.

• Office Requirement: One week in three fully office\-based (duty week), two weeks hybrid.

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