Internal Vacancy - Please note that in accordance with the Council’s policy, employees who are in a formal redeployment situation will be considered in the first instance for all vacancies. *This job may be suitable as a secondment opportunity for internal candidates wishing to gain experience in a higher or different role. Managers and applicants must note that all secondments are subject to agreement between the relevant departments and therefore the recruiting manager must speak with HR before offering a job on a secondment basis.* Practice Improvement Manager – 12-month fixed term contract We are pleased to offer an exciting one‑year opportunity for an experienced and motivated practitioner to join our newly established Continuous Improvement Hub as a Practice Improvement Manager. This role provides additional capacity to drive forward our overarching improvement plan for Children’s Services, strengthening our culture of learning, reflective practice, and quality assurance across the whole service. About the Role Working closely with the Senior Practice Improvement manager, and Head of Service Safeguarding and Practice Improvement, you will help further develop and deliver a robust programme of quality assurance activity. You will use findings from reviews to design and facilitate meaningful learning, influence practice development, and help ensure that the voice of children and young people is consistently evident in the way we work. This role will be central in promoting a culture of continuous improvement, supporting managers and teams to embed high‑quality, evidence‑based practice. As a Practice Improvement Manager, produce analytical reports, and work collaboratively with colleagues, managers and partners to identify themes, develop action plans, and monitor improvements. You will support the delivery of mentoring through QA activity, contribute to organisational learning, and help drive measurable improvements in outcomes for children and young people. About the Candidate We are looking for a qualified and registered Social Worker with significant experience in statutory children’s services, a strong understanding of legislation and practice standards, and proven experience in improving practice quality. You will bring analytical skills, credibility, and the ability to influence, challenge and support colleagues at all levels. Experience of auditing or delivering training is desirable but not essential, what matters most is your commitment to improving practice and your ability to contribute positively to a learning culture. This is a fantastic development opportunity for someone looking to broaden their strategic experience, work across the whole service, and make a real impact on the quality of practice within Children’s Services. If you are passionate about high‑quality practice, reflective learning, and achieving the best outcomes for children and young people, we would love to hear from you. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact: denisewhitley@wirral.gov.uk As part of our Talent Strategy, we’re committed to strengthening opportunities for our people to learn, grow, progress and thrive. For many of you, this may be preparing and applying for your next role with us, and we're passionate about ensuring you feel supported throughout your internal recruitment experience. Please get in touch if you want to know more about some of the ways in which we could support you by emailing recruitment@wirral.gov.uk It is Council policy not to re-appoint any employee who has left under the terms of the Council's Early Voluntary Retirement (EVR) scheme or who have left with a voluntary severance (VS) package, unless in exceptional circumstances. Applications will be accepted until midnight on the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration. Forms received via the post will not be processed. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK. Details of required documents can be found by clicking the link at the bottom of the Jobs page. The job description and other supporting documents will not be accessible once the vacancy closing date has passed so if a copy is required you should download it now. How to apply Please apply online by clicking the link below