Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to supporting our community, ensuring that every child and family receives the care and protection they deserve. We pride ourselves on being a friendly and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. Join us in making a difference!
Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge? As an Advanced Practitioner in our Children & Families Services for Children with Disabilities, you will play a vital role in safeguarding disabled and neurodiverse vulnerable children. You will focus on complex cases, including pre-care proceedings and child protection, working with children who are being supported under the mental health act, while also providing support to social workers in the service. This is your chance to work with some of the most vulnerable young people in Nottinghamshire!
In this role, you will:
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Be the allocated worker for a limited number of complex cases.
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Co-work and provide support to social workers.
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Offer reflective and group supervision to non-social work qualified staff.
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Contribute to practice development within the service.
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Manage a small caseload of highly complex cases.
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Lead and mentor staff, fostering a supportive environment.
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Be involved in developing care and support packages in partnership with other agencies
To thrive in this role, you should have:
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A recognised social work qualification.
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A minimum of three years of post-qualification experience in child and family social work.
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Experience in supervising or mentoring others.
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Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
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Knowledge of safeguarding practices and legislation.
We are looking for candidates who:
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Demonstrate empathy and compassion in their work.
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Communicate effectively and respectfully with children and families.
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Are committed to continuous learning and professional development.
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Can think creatively and adapt to challenging situations.
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Uphold the principles of dignity, diversity, and inclusion.
At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:
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A place to belong: a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
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Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
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A supportive environment that encourages work-life balance.
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Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements.
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The chance to make a real difference in your community.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to be a part of something meaningful! If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join Nottinghamshire County Council in our mission to support our community!
