Advanced Children's Social Worker & Team Lead

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire East Council in Macclesfield/Crewe is seeking an Experienced Social Worker to join our Children’s Services team in an Advanced Practitioner role. You will take on complex and rewarding work while providing expert support, guidance and leadership to colleagues across Cheshire East.

This role focuses on delivering improved outcomes for children, young people and families, with a strong emphasis on professional leadership and case management in a busy, outcome-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum of three years’ post-qualifying experience in Children’s Social Work.
• Confident managing complex cases and providing professional leadership.
• Passionate about achieving the best outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support and leadership within the team.
• Lead on complex cases and guidance for junior staff.
• Contribute to improved outcomes for children and families across Cheshire East.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Leadership

Complex Case Management

Children’s Social Work

Job description

Cheshire East Council in Macclesfield/Crewe is seeking an Experienced Social Worker to join our Children’s Services team in an Advanced Practitioner role. You will take on complex and rewarding work while providing expert support, guidance and leadership to colleagues across Cheshire East.

This role focuses on delivering improved outcomes for children, young people and families, with a strong emphasis on professional leadership and case management in a busy, outcome-driven environment.