Practice Supervisor – Adult Social Care
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Practice Supervisor to join our Adult Social Care service and play a key role in leading practice, supporting staff and ensuring consistently high standards for the people we serve.
As a Practice Supervisor, you will be accountable for the quality of social work practice across your team. You will provide professional supervision, guidance and leadership to social workers, occupational therapists and students, supporting their development while ensuring compliance with legislation, policies and procedures. You will model strength‑based, person‑centred practice and create a supportive and reflective learning environment. You will hold responsibility for overseeing complex casework, including safeguarding enquiries, Mental Capacity Act work and court‑related activity, offering professional oversight and challenge where required. The role includes chairing Best Interest meetings and strategy meetings, acting as Safeguarding Manager when appropriate, and contributing to service improvement through quality assurance activity such as audits and performance management.
Alongside practice leadership, you will support the effective management of the service by allocating work, managing demand and prioritisation, authorising the use of financial resources within agreed delegation, and ensuring responsible use of public funds. You will work closely with Team Managers and deputise when required, contributing to operational decision‑making and continuous improvement. You will also support recruitment and retention activity and use data and insight to strengthen practice and performance.
Qualifications and Experience
You will hold a recognised professional qualification in social work or occupational therapy and be registered with the relevant professional body. You will bring substantial experience of working in statutory adult social care, with a strong understanding of relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Mental Health Act 1983. You will have experience of supervising and developing others, with the confidence to provide constructive challenge, professional guidance and motivational leadership. Calm under pressure, adaptable, solution‑focused, with strong communication and decision‑making skills. An understanding of budget management and the ability to balance risk, resources and outcomes is essential. You will be committed to strength‑based practice, professional development and continuous improvement. Post‑qualifying training such as Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor or Approved Mental Health Professional, or a willingness to work toward one is desirable.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Annual leave starting at 29 days per year (plus bank holidays)
* A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* Agile and flexible working
* Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and well‑being support 24/7
* Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme and range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health and leisure activities
* Excellent learning and development opportunities
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are a Disability Confident employer and will generally offer an interview to any applicant who declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or being on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.
We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job and also to care leavers and those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, and our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.
We are open to flexible working arrangements, including flexi‑time, full‑time and part‑time working, job sharing, nine‑day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
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