Job Title: L&D Consultant (Adult Social Care)
Pay Rate: Negotiable
Location: Walsall Council (Remote with occasional on-site requirements)
Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Part-time considered)
Assignment Duration: 3 months temporary
About the Role:
Walsall Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Learning & Development Consultant to serve as a Temporary Workforce Lead in Adult Social Care (ASC). In this pivotal role, you will drive key workforce initiatives, including the development of a comprehensive workforce strategy, identifying workforce needs, and scoping resources to support workforce development across the ASC directorate.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Conduct a thorough workforce needs and gap analysis to assess current capabilities and future requirements.
2. Develop an Adult Social Care workforce strategy that aligns with the council's corporate objectives and incorporates staff feedback.
3. Create a detailed workforce action plan to support continuous learning and development within the directorate.
4. Scope the resources necessary to implement the strategy and action plan, coordinating with other departments such as Children's Services and the Organisational Development team.
5. Develop a business case for restructuring the workforce development function within Adult Social Care, outlining clear benefits and implementation strategies.
Key Focus Areas:
6. Supporting the growth and development of a skilled workforce across ASC, including Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and Rehabilitation Officers .
7. Ensuring workforce practices align with statutory duties under relevant legislation, such as the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and Mental Health Act 1983 .
8. Contributing to the council's Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment narrative by demonstrating workforce compliance with Care Act duties.
9. Aligning the strategy with the Social Care - Workforce Race Equality Standard (SC-WRES) Improvement Programme .
Qualifications and Experience:
10. Proven experience in workforce analysis and strategy development within the social care sector.
11. Strong understanding of adult social care statutory duties and relevant legislation.
12. Excellent communication, organisational, and collaboration skills.
13. A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the workplace.
14. Relevant qualifications in social care, human resources, or a related field.
How to Apply:
Submit your CV outlining your suitability for the role.