Ackerman Pierce is currently supporting a leading local authority within Lewisham to recruit for a Advanced Practitioner in the Child Protection Team. This will be on a permanent basis paying 54,684 to 56,733 per annum. Responsibilities include: Initial Assessments and Core AssessmentsLAC ReviewsGiving EvidenceManaging a varied caseloadCourt ReportsSection 47''sCaseloads on average between 15-20 childrenExperience Required: The post holder must have a social work qualification and be registered with Social Work England Candidates will need to have an excellent knowledge of therapeutic approaches, relevant legislation, national policy and initiatives and experience working with Children and Families.You will also need to have the Eligibility to Work in the UK with previous experience within a Children''s Safeguarding or Child Protection Team.Demonstrable post qualifying experience of at least two years of working with children and families or be able to demonstrate expertise at a senior level.This role is subject to a DBS checkWhy Choose Ackerman Pierce? Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years'' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.To discuss this Advanced Practitioner vacancy or any similar vacancies we currently ..... full job details .....