This role includes the market supplement.
The Safeguarding & Support Service invites applications from qualified and child-focused social workers at Senior Practitioner level. This vital role continues the child's journey when cases are transferred from the Assessment Service and where longer-term involvement is needed.
We are a busy and supportive service working with children and young people subject to child protection and children in need plans including Public Law Outline pre-proceedings work, as well as initiating care proceedings. You'll be a resilient and authoritative practitioner who places children and young people and their welfare at the heart of your practice. Key responsibilities include:
To apply for this role, please visit the Haringey Jobs website. If you have any questions about the status of your application, please contact ResourcingHub@haringey.gov.uk. Please note automated emails may be diverted to junk folders, so continue to check these through the application process.
The ideal candidate will be a resilient and authoritative practitioner who places children and young people and their welfare at the heart of your practice. We are looking for someone who can manage complex cases whilst making sure children and young people's voices are heard and recorded consistently. The ideal candidate will:
At Haringey Council we are committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce so welcome applications from all ethnicities and communities. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Haringey is a vibrant and diverse borough located in the northern part of Greater London. With a rich history, diverse population, and a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, Haringey offers a unique and dynamic living experience.
Haringey Council has been through a journey of improvement over the past ten years, with continued aspirations to fulfil the first corporate priority of enabling every child the best start in life. We are looking for social workers that are ready for a fresh challenge, with the ability to make a real difference to the residents of Haringey.
We are investing in creating a better borough for all our residents and bettering the lives of children and young people in Haringey is our first corporate priority. With a population of approximately 250,000 people and a growing population of 0-19-year-olds, we are a diverse and fast-changing borough and tomorrow’s leaders; artists and innovators are busy growing up here.
Haringey is transforming its services for children and young people, and have already made exciting, innovative changes as we strive for excellence in all we do.
Our offer to staff includes:
Competitive remuneration packages
Investment in modern technology
Great Business support and experienced caring Team Managers
Haringey Academy – invests in continuous skills and learning development
Access to clinical support from Family Psychology Mutual, Anna Freud and Tavistock
Wellbeing service, leisure, and discount benefits (Council scheme)
Agile working
Travel Season ticket loans
A commitment to achieving excellence for our children
Strong, caring visible leadership
Remote and flexible working options
Local Authority pension