Social Work Lead

The Methodist Church in Britain; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Reimbursement of professional Social/​

Training and development opportunities

Clear career progression pathways

Regular supervision and support

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking a Social Work Lead in adult social care. The role focuses on leading the professional development of social workers and other practitioners through supervision, mentoring, and advice, while coordinating section 42 enquiries and guiding staff through high-risk cases.

The post requires Social Work England registration, completion of the ASYE, and at least two years of post-qualification service. Sponsorship may be considered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Social work qualification required.
• Registration with Social Work England.
• ASYE completed and at least 2 years post-qualification experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the professional development of social workers and other practitioners through supervision, mentoring and advice.
• Promote a culture of professional curiosity and accountability, and model it in your own practice.
• Coordinate and manage section 42 enquiries.
• Guide practitioners through complex, high-risk situations.
• Apply up-to-date knowledge of legislation to practice decisions.

Skills

Legislation knowledge

Risk-based prioritisation

Strengths-based practice

Fast-paced adaptability

Education

Social work qualification

Job description

The Tewkesbury Locality Team at Gloucestershire County Council is recruiting a Social Work Lead in adult social care, a permanent full-time post. The role centres on leading the professional development of social workers and other practitioners through supervision, mentoring and advice, alongside coordinating section 42 enquiries and guiding staff through complex, high-risk cases. Social Work England registration and completion of the ASYE, with at least two years' service since, decide fit. The council will consider sponsorship for this role.

What the job involves

• Lead the professional development of social workers and other practitioners through supervision, mentoring and advice
• Promote a culture of professional curiosity and accountability, and model it in your own practice
• Coordinate and manage section 42 enquiries
• Guide practitioners through complex, high-risk situations
• Apply up-to-date knowledge of legislation to practice decisions

What's required

Qualifications

• Social work qualification

Registration & licences

• Social Work England registration

Experience

• Completed ASYE programme
• At least 2 years' post-completion service
• Experience in adult social care
• Demonstrable practice experience
• Demonstrable experience of providing credible approaches to practice

Skills & knowledge

• Up-to-date knowledge of legislation
• Ability to prioritise using a risk-based approach
• Ability to promote people's strengths and make a difference through safe social work practice
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced Adults DBS with Barred List check
• Fluent spoken English, as required for a customer-facing role under the Immigration Act 2016

What's offered

• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 10 days additional leave per year
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Reimbursement of professional Social Work registration fees
• Training and development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• Regular, robust supervision and formal and informal support
• Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme