Homefinding Quality Improvement and Resource Lead - CMB1794e

Cumberland Council; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Council is seeking a qualified social worker to lead quality improvement in homefinding services. This role involves collaborating with teams to ensure children receive appropriate care. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to practice improvement, contributing to a supportive and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified social worker.
• Strong interpersonal skills and understanding of regulatory frameworks required.
• Proactive approach to practice improvement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality improvement in homefinding services.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external providers.
• Champion best practices and support referral quality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of regulatory frameworks

Proactive approach to practice improvement

Education

Qualified social worker

Job description

Salary:

£43,693 - £44,711 per annum

Hours:

37 per week

Location:

Cumbria House, Carlisle

Contract:

Temporary (12 months)

About This Opportunity

Are you a qualified social worker passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people?

Cumberland Council is seeking a dedicated professional to lead quality improvement in our homefinding services. In this pivotal role, you’ll work collaboratively across internal teams and with external providers to ensure children receive the right care at the right time.

You’ll champion best practices, support referral quality, and play a key part in shaping services that are safe, effective, and value for money.

We’re looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, and a proactive approach to practice improvement. In return, you’ll join a supportive, multidisciplinary team within a forward-thinking council that values innovation, professional development, and flexible working. If you’re ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services, and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Sara Scholey by email at [e-mail].

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is:

• Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s/Adults Barred List check.

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and/or children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults and/or children.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role:

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long-term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [e-mail]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and try to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview Information

Closing date: 09 June 2025

Interview date: TBC

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please Read The Supporting Information

Post Specification

Additional Resources

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council