Childrens Advanced Social Work Practitioner Practice Development #000A A9B4 / 1

Job Description

Practice Development  – Advanced Practitioner

Due to an internal promotion, a rare opportunity has arisen within Barnsley Children and Family Social Care Service who are seeking to recruit an Advanced Practitioner to join our Practice Development Hub.  This is the perfect opportunity for a forward thinking, motivated and dedicated practitioner to join us in Barnsley to support teams and social workers in delivering the very best outcomes for our children and young people. You will work to develop, drive and deliver our practice model, continuous professional development and training offer for children’s social workers and practitioners. In this role you will:

Be a key member of our Social Work Academy and alongside team managers, provide supervision, support and guidance to Newly Qualified social workers in their Assessed and Supported Year in practice. 

Offer Support to Practice Educators and Assess Social Work Students on Placement in Barnsley

Develop and deliver training aligned to the Barnsley Stronger Together practice model, to support learning and drive best practice across Children’s Social Care

Work closely with the Quality Assurance Team to ensure that learning from audit is embedded in our training and development

Work with partners to drive multi agency working and good practice across services

Work with teams and services to offer support aligned to individual need. 

This role requires a recognised Social Work qualification, registration with Social Work England and significant post qualification experience, including supervision and mentoring. A Practice Educator qualification is desirable.

Please note: This is a long-term temporary position with an immediate start available — perfect for experienced professionals ready to make an impact without delay.

What’s on offer:

• Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly

• Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders

• A desirable location with great transport links

• A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

• Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills

• Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll

• Enhanced DBS processing included

• Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support

• Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step?
Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.