Senior Practitioner

at  Gateshead Council

WE’RE LOOKING FOR A SENIOR PRACTITIONER, INTERESTED?

Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge in Adult Social Care? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!

As the senior practitioner, you will work under the guidance of the Team Manager to ensure a consistent and effective service that delivers positive outcomes for individuals, families, and carers. You will have an excellent understanding of the Care Act 2014 and associated legislation as well an understanding of the challenges young people can experience when transitioning to adulthood, particularly where they have additional needs. This will enable you to play a pivotal role in support oversight of the team as they work with young people in preparation for adulthood. You will be highly motivated and have relevant knowledge and experience including legislation, practice and procedures.
You will take an active role to support the Team Manager in ensuring high quality practice, performance, recording, supervision, and appraisal across the team. It is essential you have excellent communication skills. Working closely with key partner agencies, you will take a lead role in identifying and supporting eligible young people as they move to Adult Social Care services.
Previous experience as a senior practitioner would be desirable although not essential. You will have a willingness to undertake relevant training and a commitment to continuous professional development. You will have experience of providing supervision and of promoting strengths-based practice. You will also be able to manage risk and be carry out safeguarding actions.
Please see the Job profile for further details on the role and essential requirements .
People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative. Please click on the following link to see what life as an adult care social worker is like www.gateshead.gov.uk/ASCsocialworkers