Do you want to be part of supporting and developing newly qualified social workers?
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a part-time (18.5 hours), Team Manager within the Social Work Academy Adult Social Care.
The role is a permanent position based at County Hall, Morpeth, however the service is county-wide across Northumberland. The Academy supports newly qualified social workers during their ASYE and apprentices during their 3 years of the degree course.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking skilled and experienced individuals to join our friendly, supportive and exciting team.
The ideal candidate will be motivated, engaging, and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Effective time management is essential to manage supervision of staff in supporting them to attain the ASYE certificate.
If you are enthusiastic and passionate in supporting the development of a learning culture within Northumberland and embed and promote excellent social work practice, then we would like to hear from you.
Requirements of this role:
* A professional social work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, CSS
* Valid Social Work England Registration
* Evidence of continuous CPD profile
* Knowledge and understanding of the ASYE framework and the Social Work apprenticeship
About us
Northumberland County Council's (NCC) vision is Land of Great Opportunities, for current and future generations. We believe there is no better place to live and work.
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
* 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
* Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Flexi scheme (if applicable) up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
Job responsibilities
For further information on this position, please see attached job description and person specification.
For more information on this role and to make an NCC application, please use the following link - NCC Application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* A professional social work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, CSS
* Valid Social Work England Registration
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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