Senior Practitioner – Permanence Team

July 9, 2025
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Job Description

JOB-20240819-db742659

Senior Practitioner – Permanence Team, Birmingham, UK
Hourly rate: £33.30 | Ongoing locum role | Flexible Full Time/Part Time options

Position Overview:

  • Join the Permanence Team in Birmingham as a Senior Practitioner in a rewarding and impactful role.

  • Utilise your expertise in court proceedings, permanency planning, and assessment report writing.

  • Flexible working hours available with options for full time or part time engagement to suit your lifestyle.

  • Ongoing locum opportunity offering stability and professional satisfaction.

Key Benefits:

  • Flexible working arrangements allowing for a healthy work-life balance.

  • Competitive remuneration at £33.30 per hour, reflecting your skills and experience.

  • Opportunities for professional development in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

  • Networking and collaboration with a broad range of social care professionals.

  • Experience life in Birmingham, a city celebrated for its cultural diversity and vibrant urban environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement and review comprehensive permanency plans to secure children’s long-term welfare.

  • Lead and contribute to court proceedings, providing expert advice and professional representation.

  • Prepare detailed, high-quality written reports including Child Permanence Reports and Annex A.

  • Conduct parenting and viability assessments, delivering thorough and evidence-based recommendations.

  • Undertake rigorous risk assessments to prioritise child safety and wellbeing in all decisions.

  • Collaborate closely with colleagues to foster a cohesive and supportive team atmosphere.

Candidate Profile:

  • Proven experience in permanency planning and court-related work within children’s services.

  • Demonstrable ability to produce robust and well-evidenced assessments and reports.

  • Excellent risk assessment and analytical skills.

  • Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.

  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Why Birmingham?

  • A culturally rich and diverse city offering excellent quality of life.

  • Home to historic landmarks, thriving arts and cultural scenes, and vibrant urban living.

  • A fantastic location for both professional growth and personal enjoyment.

About GHJ:

  • Award-winning recruitment agency specialising in social care roles.

  • Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot with over 1,000 positive reviews.

  • Committed to securing the best rates and opportunities tailored to your expertise.

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