Senior Social Worker
hace 12 días
Peterborough
About the Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Practitioner to join our Social Work Academy at Peterborough City Council. This is a pivotal role supporting the development of newly qualified social workers (ASYE) and mentoring less experienced team members. You will play a key part in shaping the future of social work practice through supervision, coaching, and assessment. Working Arrangements: Hybrid Hourly Pay Raye: £40-£42 Key Responsibilities: • Provide supervision and Practice Educator support to ASYE social workers under the direction of the Team Manager., • Carry a complex caseload appropriate to your qualifications, experience, and competencies, with a high degree of autonomy and regular supervision., • Coach and mentor less experienced staff, promoting best practice and continuous professional development., • Work collaboratively with service users and their families to assess needs and deliver appropriate services., • Ensure all work is carried out within the legislative and procedural framework of Peterborough City Council., • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of social work practice and contribute to the development of the Social Work Academy. What We’re Looking For: • Qualified Social Worker with relevant registration., • Experience in supervising and mentoring social workers, ideally within an ASYE framework., • Strong understanding of social work legislation, policy, and procedures., • Excellent communication, assessment, and organisational skills., • Commitment to promoting high standards of practice and continuous learning. If you thrive to make a difference and have 3 years Social worker experience and this is the role for you, then we would love to hear from you.