Regional Welfare Services Leader

pyramid8; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

pyramid8 in Pontefract is seeking an experienced health and social care professional to lead a regional welfare service across Yorkshire and the North East. You will manage a team of Social Workers and Social Work Assistants, oversee casework and ensure a person-centred service for older people and those with disabilities.

The role combines team leadership, safeguarding, case management and service development, with travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Experience of leading or managing a team within a health and social care setting.
• Experience working with older people and/or people with disabilities.
• Community-based social care experience.
• Good knowledge of the welfare benefits system.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and professional judgement.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently.
• Current professional registration with the relevant regulatory body.
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and support a team of Social Workers and Social Work Assistants.
• Oversee case allocation, case management and service performance.
• Provide supervision, appraisals, case reviews and professional support.
• Act as the regional safeguarding lead.
• Manage a small caseload where required, including assessments, advocacy, welfare benefits advice and practical support.
• Develop strong relationships with professionals and partner organisations.
• Identify opportunities to improve services, processes and outcomes.
• Represent the service at meetings, events and community activities.

Skills

Team leadership

Safeguarding

Case management

Communication

Relationship-building

Independent working

Driving licence

Professional registration

Job description

pyramid8 in Pontefract is seeking an experienced health and social care professional to lead a regional welfare service across Yorkshire and the North East. You will manage a team of Social Workers and Social Work Assistants, oversee casework and ensure a person-centred service for older people and those with disabilities.

The role combines team leadership, safeguarding, case management and service development, with travel across the region.