Qualified Social Worker – Advanced/Senior PractitionerChildren and Families Team?? West Midlands?? £33.88 per hour | Agency Role | Immediate StartAre you a skilled and compassionate Qualified Social Worker with the experience and confidence to support children and families through complex challenges? We're seeking an experienced Advanced/Senior Practitioner to join a committed Children and Families Team within a forward-thinking local authority in the West Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a relationship-based, strengths-focused service where you’ll have a genuine impact on improving outcomes for children, young people, and their families.?? The Role: As an Advanced/Senior Practitioner, you’ll lead on complex family cases, ensuring that the voices of children and young people are at the heart of your work. You’ll provide professional guidance to colleagues and help shape high-quality interventions that lead to sustainable, positive change.You will:

Work directly with children and families to build meaningful relationships
Undertake thorough assessments and create care plans tailored to individual needs
Support families through Child in Need, Child Protection, and Public Law Outline (PLO) processes
Mentor and support newly qualified social workers and students
Promote early intervention and preventative strategies
Contribute to team learning through reflective supervision and case discussions
Step in to support team leadership when needed, deputising for the Team Manager

? About You: You’ll be the kind of practitioner who:

Is a Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
Has 4+ years of post-qualifying experience, particularly in children and families work
Is confident in complex case management, including CIN, CP, and Court
Understands the impact of trauma, neglect, and family stressors on child development
Works in a child-centred and strengths-based way
Communicates clearly, builds trust, and remains calm under pressure
Brings a reflective, team-focused approach to your practice
Is passionate about helping families grow stronger together

�? Why Pertemps?

A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your assignment
Smooth, online registration
Weekly, reliable payroll
Referral bonuses for recommending friends and colleagues
Full compliance support — so you can focus on what matters most: the families you support

?? Great for commuters from: Birmingham, Coventry, Derby, Leicester, Nottingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Stoke-on-Trent, Tamworth, Telford, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, Dudley, and nearby locations across the Midlands.We also recruit across the entire Social Work spectrum – including IROs, MASH, CLA, Family Support, Adults Services, Team Managers, Heads of Service, and more.?? Not the right role for you? Refer a friend and earn a generous bonus!?? Ready to take the next step in your social work career? Get in touch today to apply or find out more.

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Qualified Social Worker - Advanced/Senior Practitioner

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