Team Manager - Social Work Academy Bedford Borough Council | £44.17 per hour Umbrella Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Team Manager to lead the Social Work Academy at Bedford Borough Council. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced social work leader and Practice Educator to join a stable team, supporting the professional development of newly qualified social workers and helping shape the next generation of social work practitioners. Location: Borough Hall, Bedford, MK42 9A Pay Rate: £44.17 per hour Umbrella Your daily responsibilities will include: Managing and overseeing the Social Work Academy, ensuring effective support and development for newly qualified social workers. Line managing two Advanced Practitioners, who are responsible for the supervision and management of 10 Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) social workers. Liaising with the University regarding student placements, training and professional development. Working closely with students across the borough to support their learning and development. Providing leadership, guidance and professional support to Advanced Practitioners and the wider Academy team. Promoting high standards of social work practice and supporting the development of a skilled and confident workforce. Ensuring that learning, supervision and development arrangements support high-quality social work practice.Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker with a recognised social work degree or equivalent qualification. Current Social Work England (SWE) registration. Proven experience in a Team Leader, Team Manager or similar leadership role within social work. Must be an experienced Practice Educator. Experience supporting, supervising or developing newly qualified social workers and social work students. Strong leadership, communication and partnership-working skills, including experience liaising with universities and other stakeholders.Benefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy DBS costs covered, subject to eligibility and applicable terms. Referral bonus for recommending successful candidates. Additional bonus for finding your own job opportunities. Twice-weekly payroll. Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.Interested in this opportunity? If you are an experienced Social Work Manager and Practice Educator looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Contact Mayur Rabari on (phone number removed) or email to discuss the role further. Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free
Team Manager - Sw Academy Team - Bedford employer: Eden Brown Synergy
Gateshead Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. As part of the Independent Living Service, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while making a meaningful impact in the community. With competitive pay rates and a commitment to quality assurance, this role provides a rewarding environment for professional growth in a vibrant local authority setting.
