Strategic Practice Assurance and Development Manager

Cheshire East; Macclesfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom seeks a part-time Strategic Practice Assurance and Development Manager to lead excellence in adult social care. This role involves working closely with practitioners to enhance practice standards and improve the workforce's capabilities. Candidates should be qualified Social Workers with strong leadership and communication skills, committed to fostering a culture of improvement and best practices. Flexible working options and a supportive environment are offered.

Benefits

Flexible and remote working options

Professional growth and development opportunities

Generous annual leave and pension scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive experience across Adult Social Care services required.
• Experience in practice development and quality assurance needed.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Lead practice assurance and development across Adult Social Care.
• Work closely with practitioners and managers to ensure services are safe.
• Manage a team of Professional Leads.

Skills

Leadership ability

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration skills

Quality assurance

Continuous improvement

Education

Qualified and registered Social Worker

Job description

Cheshire East Council is looking for a part time Strategic Practice Assurance and Development Manager to lead, inspire, and make a difference in adult social care. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced leader to join the Adult Services Social Care Reform, Practice Assurance and Development team as our Strategic Practice Assurance and Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to shape practice standards, drive improvement, and support our dedicated workforce to deliver outstanding care for the people of Cheshire East.

About the role

You’ll lead on practice assurance and development across Adult Social Care, contributing to ensuring our services are safe, effective, and person‑centred. You will work closely with practitioners and managers. Reporting to the Head of Service for Social Care Improvement, Practice Assurance and Development who is also the Principal Social Worker for Adults and based in Adult Social Care Operations, you will line manage a team of Professional Leads. Working closely with the Strategic Business Manager for Local Authority and Systems Assurance you will champion best practice, embed learning, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

About you

We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced professional who can drive excellence in adult social care practice assurance and development.

You will:

• Be a qualified and registered Social Worker with leadership ability and extensive experience across Adult Social Care services.
• Bring experience in practice development, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, mentor and empower others.
• Have the confidence to challenge and innovate while fostering a culture of learning and best practice across our transforming organisation.

If you’re committed to making a positive impact and want to help shape the future of adult social care, we’d love to hear from you.

Why join us?

• A supportive, inclusive workplace where your ideas matter.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Flexible and remote working options, including hybrid arrangements, to support work‑life balance.
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to the experience of people who come into contact with Adult Social Care.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we value the unique perspectives each person brings.

For an informal chat please contact Sheila Wood 07812 675086 or email [e-mail]