Training Team Manager - Social Care Development Leader

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Cardiff Council is seeking a Training Team Manager to lead strategic planning, delivery and evaluation of training across Adult Services and the wider social care sector. You will manage a skilled team, oversee grant-funded programmes, and ensure compliance with national standards to improve care quality in Cardiff.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and collaboration, with a mix of office-based work at County Hall and occasional home/alternative locations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in workforce development within social care.
• Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• A passion for continuous improvement and workforce learning and development.
• A collaborative approach to partnership working.
• You must be able to work flexibly, including occasional evenings.
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
• This role is based at County Hall but includes some home working and agile working across various locations.
• A recognised management qualification is desirable and experience in social care research or working at a senior level in a local authority.

Responsibilities

• Leading the implementation of the SCWWDP.
• Managing training budgets and grant applications and reporting.
• Designing and evaluating training programmes.
• Supporting the professional development of social work students, social workers and the social care sector.
• Representing the Council at regional and national forums.

Job description

Cardiff Council is seeking a Training Team Manager to lead strategic planning, delivery and evaluation of training across Adult Services and the wider social care sector. You will manage a skilled team, oversee grant-funded programmes, and ensure compliance with national standards to improve care quality in Cardiff.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and collaboration, with a mix of office-based work at County Hall and occasional home/alternative locations.