Tired of overwhelming caseloads and fleeting interactions?
Imagine a Senior Social Work role where you can truly make a lasting impact.
We are working on behalf of a established family service in Malvern, we're offering a rare opportunity for a passionate and experienced Senior Social Worker to step into a Social Work Manager position within our Parenting Assessment Centre.
Picture this: manageable caseloads of up to 5 families, allowing you to build deep, meaningful connections and foster enduring relationships with both families and fellow professionals within a supportive and stable team. Say goodbye to short-term contracts and hello to consistent support and mentorship.
Social Work Manager - Parenting Assessment Centre
Salary: Up to 60,000
Location: Malvern
Hours: Full-time
About the Role:
Our client provides residential accommodation and comprehensive support to vulnerable families, creating a safe and nurturing environment where they can develop essential parenting and life skills for independent family life. Their dedicated team - comprising support workers, key support workers, and resident Social Workers - offers practical and emotional guidance. We are now seeking a dynamic manager to oversee the daily operations and supervision of this vital centre.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
- Leading and managing a team of social workers, each carrying a manageable caseload focused on long-term family support.
- Conducting thorough assessments and producing timely, high-quality reports.
- Chairing meetings and cultivating strong, collaborative relationships with partner agencies and professionals.
- Leading and delivering impactful parenting programs.
- Preparing and presenting clear and confident statements and court evidence when required.
- Managing referrals and facilitating effective placement planning meetings.
- Working strategically to achieve and sustain positive outcomes for children and families within their communities.
- Ensuring all statutory duties are met in accordance with National Standards and Regulations.
- Applying your strong understanding of relevant social work legislation and regulations.
What We're Looking For:
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
- Ideally, experience in managing or supervising social workers.
- Current registration with Social Work England (SWE).
- Demonstrable experience in specialist PAM's assessments and the application of psychodynamic frameworks.
- Proven proficiency in delivering parenting programs and implementing robust safeguarding practices.
- Confidence and competence in providing court evidence.
What We Offer You:
- Key worker status.
- A competitive salary of up to 60,000.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development.
- A range of family-friendly leave options, including comprehensive Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption pay.
- Access to a wide array of free, high-quality training programs.
- Sickness Benefit Scheme.
- A generous Pension Scheme to support your future.
Ready to invest your passion and expertise in a role where you can truly make a difference, supported by a stable and dedicated team? Apply now to seize this exceptional opportunity.