Overview
Are you a qualified social worker with management or supervisory experience? Do you have experience as a Senior Practitioner or Advanced Practitioner?
You will lead an Assessment Team in Herefordshire, managing a group of staff who work directly with children and families. The role involves allocating and prioritising workloads, developing your team, ensuring quality service delivery and meeting performance targets.
Responsibilities
* Lead and support the Assessment Team, including Team Manager, Managing Practitioner and Social Workers.
* Allocate and prioritise workloads to ensure the child's needs are addressed first.
* Develop and manage the team plan to meet objectives and performance targets.
* Provide decision‑making, analysis and reporting on complex cases.
* Maintain high standards of safeguarding and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
* Provide guidance and support to team members, promoting reflection and continuous learning.
Eligibility and Qualifications
* Hold a recognised social work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent).
* Registered with Social Work England.
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience in statutory social care.
* Skills in assessment, report writing, team leadership and complex case management.
* UK‑based experience of at least two years (required for visa sponsorship).
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Disability Confident scheme – we welcome applicants with a disability.
* Armed Forces Covenant – we support Armed Forces Veterans and Reservists.
* Care leaver programme – we support Herefordshire care leavers.
Benefits and Salary
* Base salary CP11 51,356–55,915 plus £5,000 annual market supplement.
* £10,000 welcome payment for experienced social workers.
* Up to £10,000 relocation support.
* Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
* Protected time and budget for professional development.
* Clear career progression pathways.
* 31 days annual leave (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays; option to purchase 10 extra days.
* Flexible working – flexi‑time, job‑share, part‑time and home working options.
* Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support.
* Payment of professional membership fees.
* Retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits package.
Other Information
* Role is subject to DABS enhanced check and further pre‑employment checks.
* We operate from three locality offices – South (Ross‑on‑Wye), North (Leominster) and Central (Hereford).
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