At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor aspiring social workers while developing your own management skills.
- Company: Stockport Council, dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, leadership development programme, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in child protection while shaping the next generation of social workers.
- Qualifications: Experience in social work and a passion for mentoring others.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 37659 £ per year.
As a Consultant Social Worker, you will lead a hub of five Approach Social Work participants who are students training to become child protection social workers. You will guide them as practice educator in the first year of the programme, supervising and developing them, modelling good practice and assessing and grading their practice with children and families. This is an excellent opportunity for those who wish to remain in practice while gaining experience in management and developing student social workers into the profession.
To support your learning and professional development in both the CSW and DCSW roles, you will access a high-quality leadership development programme over 12.5 days, receive support from one of Frontline’s Practice Tutors and after 12 months achieve Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS) Stage 2 (for CSWs) or Stage 1 (for DCSWs) if you are not already in hold of this qualification. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
The Deputy Consultant Social Worker supports Approach Social Work participants who are training to become child protection social workers, and their line manager, the Consultant Social Worker, in developing the participants’ social work practice, offering co-working and shadowing opportunities, and deputising for the CSW during any periods of absence. The Deputy CSW remains in their substantive post.
Further information about these roles can be found in the CSW job pack and DCSW role guide attached. To apply for either role, please complete an online application form directly with Frontline via this link: Application Form.
Stockport Council is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce culture - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to join our workforce.
Consultant Social Worker and Deputy Consultant Social Worker opportunities in Stockport employer: Stockport Council
Stockport Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where social workers can thrive while guiding the next generation of child protection professionals. With access to a high-quality leadership development programme and opportunities for professional growth, employees are empowered to enhance their skills and make a meaningful impact in the community. Located in Stockport, the council fosters a culture of collaboration and diversity, ensuring that all staff feel valued and equipped to succeed in their roles.
