Principal Social Worker

Liquid Personnel; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Liquid Personnel seeks a dynamic Principal Social Worker to inspire and lead social workers in Wolverhampton. This hybrid role requires strategic oversight and management of social work practices. Ideal candidates must hold social work registration and a relevant degree, with strong leadership skills to effectively guide a specialized team.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Free DBS and compliance service

Twice weekly payroll

Free access to social work training

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Registration with Social Work England required.
• Full UK driving licence necessary.
• Post-qualified experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of social work practice.
• Manage a team including Deputy Principal and Advanced Practitioners.
• Oversee quality assurance for continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Development

Quality Assurance

Education

Degree or equivalent in Social Work

Job description

Job Title: Principal Social Worker

Location: Wolverhampton (Hybrid)

Pay Rate: £35.44 per hour

About the Role:

Liquid Personnel is seeking a forward-thinking, dynamic Principal Social Worker to lead, motivate, and inspire Wolverhampton's social workers across Adults and Children's Services. The role involves working closely with senior leadership teams and Directors to enhance the profile of social work and provide effective challenge.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic development of social work practice, overseeing training, recruitment, and retention, including pathways into the profession.
• Manage a quality assurance programme to support continuous learning and improvement.
• Take responsibility for policies, procedures, and inspection activities, including those related to the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
• Represent the council in national and regional forums, advise senior leadership, and provide expert guidance to social workers and practitioners.
• Manage a team comprising a Deputy Principal Social Worker, Advanced Practitioners, and Improvement Officers.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Competitive pay rate

Qualifications & Experience:

• Social Work England registration
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Full UK driving licence
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree or equivalent in Social Work

Why Liquid Personnel?

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Twice weekly payroll and 'Faster Pay' service for quicker payments
• Access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere
• Free access to social work training and CPD portal
• Dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge
• Wide range of social work positions across the UK
• Referral bonuses: £500 per successful referral, £250 for your own job submissions (terms apply)

Liquid Personnel is an equal opportunities employer. We act as an Employment Business for this vacancy. *Terms and conditions apply to bonus schemes.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you have a disability or need adjustments during recruitment or employment, please contact us early. We will provide appropriate support throughout the process and workplace.

Applications from residents within the Red or Amber list of the WHO Workforce Support and Safeguard List are not supported or accepted.

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