Social Worker - Children's Quality Assurance Team

Sanctuary Personnel Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum position

Competitive pay

Networking

Professional development

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel Limited in Nottingham is offering a two-month locum Social Worker role in the Children\'s Quality Assurance Team. The position is full-time with an attractive hourly rate of £37.50, designed for experienced practitioners who want to impact safeguarding and service improvement.

You will lead quality assurance audits, support governance and risk management, and develop policy and staff training while building cross-service relationships in the city.

Responsibilities

• As Practice Lead within the Quality Assurance and Learning Academy, undertake quality assurance audits and a moderation process on a monthly basis.
• Execute individual audit assignments to provide independent assurance on governance, risk, and internal control effectiveness, aligning with Ofsted frameworks.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports that highlight significant findings and recommend effective solutions for identified issues.
• Plan and execute work plans, ensuring timely delivery and performance target achievement.
• Develop robust working relationships across service areas, improving communication and cooperation.
• Conduct investigative work on isolated cases to evaluate decision-making effectiveness regarding child and family outcomes, and elevate concerns when necessary.
• Innovatively audit current and historical practices to inform policy development and improvements.
• Respond to both planned and short-notice audit requirements, recommending service or case investigation improvements.
• Provide support and advice on operational risk management, assisting services in identifying key risks and offering audit workshops.
• Offer constructive feedback on audit-identified risks, supporting managerial levels in managing them effectively.
• Monitor and report on an overall improvement programme post-inspections.
• Use social work practice experience to interpret and analyse audit results.
• Develop and deliver training for staff, evaluating the outcomes and ensuring quality interventions are maintained.
• Innovatively apply SOS and Restorative Practice models, supporting their implementation and staff development.
• Develop, implement, and communicate policy updates and training strategies to enhance staff and partner agency knowledge.
• Mentor and coach teams to embrace new practices and adapt creatively to evolving expectations.
• Optimise council resources and contribute to service improvement initiatives, ensuring value for money and budget management.
• Lead organisational transformation efforts to maximise benefits and efficiencies, promoting self-service for cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Social Work

Job description

Job Title: Social Worker - Children's Quality Assurance Team

Specialism: Social Work

Location: Nottingham, UK

Salary: £37.50 per hour

Type: Full-time locum, 2 months

We are thrilled to present this fantastic two-month locum opportunity for a Social Worker to join the Children's Quality Assurance Team in the vibrant city of Nottingham. This role offers a generous hourly rate of £37.50 and is perfect for an innovative social worker looking to make a real impact in improving services for children and families. Your focus will be on full-time quality assurance, auditing, and fostering effective communication within the team.

Prepare to enjoy the flexibility and variety of locum work, with an exciting full-time role in the Children's Quality Assurance Team. Explore Nottingham, a city that's buzzing with energy and culture as you apply your expertise to help shape the future for young people.

Perks and benefits

• Locum position: Enjoy the freedom and variety of locum work, where every day presents new challenges and learning opportunities!
• Competitive pay: Benefit from an attractive hourly rate of £37.50, enabling you to make the most of your professional skills.
• Networking: This role allows you to build positive working relationships across multiple service areas. Connect with other passionate professionals!
• Professional development: Opportunity to utilise and enhance your auditing, risk management, and policy development skills.

What you will do

• As Practice Lead within the Quality Assurance and Learning Academy, undertake quality assurance audits and a moderation process on a monthly basis.
• Execute individual audit assignments to provide independent assurance on governance, risk, and internal control effectiveness, aligning with Ofsted frameworks.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports that highlight significant findings and recommend effective solutions for identified issues.
• Plan and execute work plans, ensuring timely delivery and performance target achievement.
• Develop robust working relationships across service areas, improving communication and cooperation.
• Conduct investigative work on isolated cases to evaluate decision-making effectiveness regarding child and family outcomes, and elevate concerns when necessary.
• Innovatively audit current and historical practices to inform policy development and improvements.
• Respond to both planned and short-notice audit requirements, recommending service or case investigation improvements.
• Provide support and advice on operational risk management, assisting services in identifying key risks and offering audit workshops.
• Offer constructive feedback on audit-identified risks, supporting managerial levels in managing them effectively.
• Monitor and report on an overall improvement programme post-inspections.
• Use social work practice experience to interpret and analyse audit results.
• Develop and deliver training for staff, evaluating the outcomes and ensuring quality interventions are maintained.
• Innovatively apply SOS and Restorative Practice models, supporting their implementation and staff development.
• Develop, implement, and communicate policy updates and training strategies to enhance staff and partner agency knowledge.
• Mentor and coach teams to embrace new practices and adapt creatively to evolving expectations.
• Optimise council resources and contribute to service improvement initiatives, ensuring value for money and budget management.
• Lead organisational transformation efforts to maximise benefits and efficiencies, promoting self-service for cost-effectiveness.

By choosing this role in Nottingham, you'll not only have an impactful career but also enjoy life in a city renowned for its charming blend of historical sites and modern amenities. With vibrant cultural scenes, beautiful green spaces, and a thriving food and drink market, Nottingham offers an incredible backdrop to your professional journey. Join us and bring your adventurous spirit to this dynamic city!

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