Location: Penrith/Kendal/Barrow – with regular presence required in Barrow
Contract Type: 2 Year Fixed Term Contract
About this opportunity
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to developing a skilled, confident and sustainable social work workforce. As part of our continued investment in the Social Work Academy, we are seeking a Practice Improvement Leadto provide dedicated support to Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs) through their Assessed and Supported Year in Employment and social work students, with a particular focus on strengthening our workforce in Barrow in Furness.
Who we are looking for…
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic social work professional who is passionate about workforce development and supporting others to succeed.
You will:
- Be a qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Have substantial post-qualifying experience within children's social care.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of social work practice, professional standards and workforce development.
- Have experience of supporting, coaching, mentoring or supervising social workers and/or students.
- Be able to build effective working relationships across teams and services.
- Be committed to developing the next generation of social workers.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the recruitment, development and retention of our future social workers and a unique chance to help shape the future social work workforce within Westmorland and Furness.
If you are passionate about practice excellence, learning and development, and want to make a lasting impact on the future of social work, we would love to hear from you.
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Practice Improvement Lead employer: Westmorland and Furness Council
Westmorland and Furness Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises collaboration and community impact. Employees benefit from professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals and families in Barrow and surrounding areas. With a focus on flexibility and a solution-oriented approach, this role provides a rewarding environment for those passionate about homelessness services.
Contact Details:
Westmorland and Furness Council Recruitment Team
