Stoke-on-Trent City Council Advanced Practitioner Child Protection Team Pay Rate: £33.30 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Locum About the Role Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join its Child Protection Team. You will lead on complex safeguarding work, support practitioners with decision-making, and ensure high-quality intervention for children and families at risk of significant harm. This role requires strong analytical skills, confidence in managing risk, and the ability to support junior staff through reflective practice and robust oversight. Key Responsibilities Lead on complex Section 47 enquiries and Child Protection processes. Provide professional guidance and support to Social Workers within the team. Oversee safety planning and intervention to ensure robust risk management. Carry out high-level assessments and produce court-standard reports. Chair multi-agency meetings where required and contribute to decision-making. Model best practice and contribute to service development. Ensure the child s voice and lived experience are central to all planning. Practice Model Used by Stoke Stoke works within a Strengths-Based Practice Model, supported by Signs of Safety. This approach emphasises: Transparent, collaborative work with families Clear, structured risk assessment Identifying strengths and support networks Consistent reflective supervision Solution-focused planning to improve outcomes The model is embedded across ..... full job details .....