At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and support social workers to ensure effective delivery of services for children and families.
- Company: Join North Yorkshire Council, dedicated to improving outcomes for children in care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and collaboration with partner agencies.
- Why this job: Be a key player in transforming lives and driving excellent social work practice.
- Qualifications: Must have a recognised social work qualification and substantial experience in child protection.
The predicted salary is between 47181 - 51356 £ per year.
About the service
Our team works with children and young people who are cared for by the Local Authority, working closely with families, using an established Practice Model to create plans to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people. This includes working with children in the care of their parents or members of their network, in Local Authority foster care or sometimes residential care and children and families going through care proceedings. This means we cover all aspects of the court process; a good understanding of this or a willingness to learn is vital.
About the role
As a Practice Supervisor, your core focus will be to ensure the safe, effective delivery of social work services through the supervision and support of social workers within your supervision group. You will play a vital role in driving excellent practice, managing risk, and improving outcomes for children and families.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing day‑to‑day supervision and support to social workers across Children in Need, Child Protection and Looked After Children services
- Modelling and facilitating reflective, evidence‑based practice
- Supporting the professional development of staff, including involvement in annual appraisals
- Reviewing assessments, plans and interventions to ensure children are protected and supported
- Chairing multi‑agency meetings and working collaboratively with partner agencies
- Contributing to service development, practice improvement and strategic objectives
Qualifications
- Recognised social work qualification (e.g. CQSW, DipSW, CSS, PQCCA)
- Social Work England registration
- Substantial post‑qualifying experience in social work
- Significant experience managing complex child protection and court‑related cases
- Proven ability to supervise, mentor and support social workers, including NQSWs
- Strong knowledge of the legal framework for children’s social work
Company: North Yorkshire Council
Salary: £47,181 – £51,356 per annum
Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Sector: Corporate Services, Administration, Health and Social Care
Job Role: Supervisor
Practice Supervisor (Permanence & Reunification) employer: Kirklees Metropolitan Council
North Yorkshire Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in Scarborough, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. With a strong focus on professional development, employees benefit from ongoing training and mentorship opportunities, ensuring growth within their social work careers. The council's commitment to reflective practice and multi-agency collaboration fosters a culture of excellence, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals dedicated to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.
Contact Details:
Kirklees Metropolitan Council Recruitment Team
