Senior Practitioner
Location Meadway Health Center, Meadway, Sale, M33 4PS
Salary range Band 9, from £42,708 to £45,718
Working Pattern Full Time, 36.25 hours per day
We will offer flexibility where we can if you are interested in a role please speak to the recruiting manager about what flexibility they might consider.
Contract type Permanent
Application deadline 11th May 2025
Interview type In person
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to Join the Urgent care, Adults Social Care Wythenshawe team in the role of Senior Practitioner. The role requires 2 years’ experience of supervising and/or management of staff within a social care setting and is key to the development of a high performing social care team that works effectively with customers and other agencies. We are looking for candidates with a sound knowledge of legislation relevant to the post and extensive awareness of the issues facing Adults with care and support needs, their carers and families.
The position provides the opportunity to work with Adults and families and the postholder will hold a small, complex caseload alongside management responsibilities such as allocating the work of team, chairing strategy meetings, supervision of staff and deputising for the Team Manager. The post has an important function in the development of the quality and performance of the team, focusing on outstanding practice, and ensuring best outcomes for customers.
About you
You will have a value base that promotes effective Social Work practice and teamwork.
You will have knowledge and skills that support team members to develop a strengths based approach to their practice and be committed to their Continuing Professional Development.
You will have experience in multi-disciplinary working with adults presenting with care and support needs and qualities for strong leadership.
You will be experienced in managing conflicting priorities and making quick, evidenced based decisions and risk assessments in a broad range of situations.
About us
Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford’s huge potential.
Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.
Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.
Additional Information
An enhanced DBS check with children/adults barred list check will be required.
You will have flexibility in terms of hybrid working at home and in the office.
About the benefits
You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.
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