Practice Manager – Next Steps Leaving Care Team Lead

inploi; Salford; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social service organization in Salford is seeking a dedicated Practice Manager for the Next Steps Leaving Care Team. This role requires significant experience in social work and team management, focusing on service improvement and effective support for care leavers. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for advocating for young people's needs, ensuring high-quality service delivery. This full-time position comes with a competitive salary and opportunities for continuous professional development.

Benefits

Full induction programme

Solid management support

Personal development plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years post qualifying Social Work experience.
• Ability to manage and supervise staff effectively.
• Passionate about child protection and improving service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Social Work team.
• Ensure participation of young people and families in service delivery.
• Maintain effective documentation and communication.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Management experience

Problem-solving skills

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

A leading social service organization in Salford is seeking a dedicated Practice Manager for the Next Steps Leaving Care Team. This role requires significant experience in social work and team management, focusing on service improvement and effective support for care leavers. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for advocating for young people's needs, ensuring high-quality service delivery. This full-time position comes with a competitive salary and opportunities for continuous professional development.