Childrens Advanced Practitioner – Children with Disabilities Team – #5302763

Job Description

South Tyneside Council is seeking an experienced Childrens Advanced Practitioner to join their Children with Disabilities Team, based at the Town Hall, South Shields (NE33 2RL). This is a statutory children and families role starting 10 August 2026.

You will hold a complex caseload spanning family support, Looked After Children, and child protection, with a specialist focus on children with disabilities and transitions to adulthood. Key responsibilities include undertaking MCA assessments and DoLS applications, court of protection work, child protection and LAC reviews, and leading assessment and intervention planning in line with legislation, guidance, and local policy. You will ensure the voice of the child is central to all recording, planning, and panel processes.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in a statutory children and families setting, including direct work with children with disabilities, child protection and safeguarding, court proceedings, and transitions work. You must be registered with Social Work England and committed to continuous professional development.

If you are an Advanced Practitioner with specialist experience in children with disabilities and a strong commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people, please get in touch today.

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

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