Calderdale is a beautiful metropolitan borough in the heart of the Yorkshire Pennines, situated between Manchester and Leeds. The spectacular natural landscape, vibrant towns, quirky culture, and tremendous architecture make it a great place to live and work. Its ideal location allows for easy access via the motorway or rail into the town centre or the surrounding area.
We are looking to recruit into our Practice Manager role for individuals to lead teams/pods within Multi Agency Screening team. Practice Managers aim to achieve the best possible positive outcomes for children and young people across the region by modelling, directing and supporting the work of the pod through a collaborative and systemic approach whilst supporting the locality team manager in the overall management of the staff and resources.
Applicants should have an in-depth knowledge of social work with children, young people and families; particularly focused around those children subject to child protection plans, children in need and Court proceedings alongside recent experience of social work supervision including supervision of students.
Applicants must hold a recognised Social Care qualification and be registered with the Social Work England.
*Please see agreement from your current line manager before applying.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 6th December 2022
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities for both full and part time staff.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change.
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation, including Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic applicants. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date, an early submission is advised.