Permanent children's social work role, advising Family Help practitioners and delivering direct family interventions, with a focus on domestic abuse practice. Interviews on 24 November 2026.
Brighton and Hove City Council is looking for an Advanced Practitioner. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Portslade paying £49,817 to £53,051 a year. Applications close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
About the role
Based at Portslade Hub in the Partners in Change Hub, supporting social workers and keyworkers in children's Family Help services. Advises practitioners, delivers direct family interventions, runs reflective practice groups and leads domestic abuse practice improvement.
About Brighton and Hove City Council
Brighton and Hove City Council is the unitary authority for the city of Brighton and Hove on the Sussex coast, covering Brighton, Hove, Portslade and suburbs such as Patcham, Woodingdean and Rottingdean. With town halls in both Brighton and Hove, it runs all local council services, from schools and social care to highways, housing and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Professional Social Work, youth work or nursing qualification
- Registered with relevant professional body
- Significant practice experience
- Specialist knowledge of domestic abuse
- Experience supervising practitioners
- Experience delivering learning events and group work
What’s on offer
- Wellbeing support
- Leave and pension benefits
- Training and development
How to apply
You apply directly with Brighton and Hove City Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 15 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Brighton and Hove City Council’s website.
