Job Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Principal Social Work Team on a 10 month fixed term contract (commencing in October 2025). As part of a team of 7 Practice Development Leads, you will work alongside the Practice Development Service Manager and the Principal Social Worker to deliver a wide range of services that embed quality and reflective practice into the everyday lives of the children, families, and communities we serve.
The Practice Development Service is responsible for:
- Quality Assurance activities which drive high standards across the service
- Supporting and mentoring students and practice educators
- Co-ordinating and delivering 75% of our learning and development opportunities in-house
- Leading Signs of Safety practice development and training
- Overseeing NQSW recruitment and support
- Elevating the voices of children, young people, and families through our participation strategy
- Playing a key role in workforce recruitment and retention
- Providing 1:1 and team-based support for practice development, as well as promoting staff care and wellbeing
Your Contribution
Each Practice Development Lead is responsible for a specific area of practice, facilitating training, offering 1:1 support, conducting quality assurance, and serving as a key link for service improvement and development. This role allows you to help shape and sustain a culture of continuous learning, development, and excellence. The lead practice area for this role is Mosaic.
About you
- You will hold a degree in Social Work - CQSW, DipSW or equivalent and be registered with Social Work England
- You will have demonstrable experience in relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with children, young people and families
- A strong working knowledge of Mosaic is essential
- You will have experience in quality assurance (ie. audits)
- Experience supporting the learning of others (PEPs) and facilitating training are desirable
For an informal conversation, contact Lori Goossen, Principal Social Worker. You are also welcome to speak with any of the practice development leads to understand what their day-to-day work entails.
Interview date: 16 July 2025
