London Borough of Waltham Forest Permanent Up to £46,000 per annum Hybrid 3 Days per Week in the Office Outstanding Ofsted Borough The London Borough of Waltham Forest is seeking a committed and experienced Senior Practitioner to join their Assessment Team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting time to join an authority recently rated Outstanding by Ofsted, known for its stable workforce, clear practice framework, and excellent leadership. This is a full-time position based on a hybrid model, with just three days per week required in the office. The team benefits from manageable caseloads, a supportive culture, and high standards of practice. Key Responsibilities: Lead on complex Child and Family Assessments Provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced social workers Chair strategy discussions and support effective safeguarding planning Ensure timely and quality interventions under s17 and s47 Liaise closely with early help, health, education, and police partners Support decision-making in legal planning and pre-proceedings Contribute to reflective group supervision and continuous service development Practice Model: Waltham Forest works under the Safe, Confident, and Secure framework, promoting high-quality, consistent social work practice across all teams. The borough uses a relational and systemic approach, ensuring children s voices are central to assessments and planning. Teams are small, well-supported, and focused on achieving the best possible outcomes. Es