Supervising Social Worker

Manchester City Council

Manchester, United Kingdom
Competitive salary; retention incentives included;...
On-site
Full valid driving licence required
Own car for work use mandatory
Experience in kinship care practice
This role involves supporting and strengthening kinship arrangements through high-quality supervision and advice to ensure children experience stable, nurturing care

Job Summary

  • This role involves supporting and strengthening kinship arrangements through high-quality supervision and advice to ensure children experience stable, nurturing care.
  • The council offers controlled caseloads averaging 13 for new workers and 15 for experienced staff, along with a competitive salary and retention incentives.
  • Manchester City Council is judged Outstanding by Ofsted and provides excellent first-year support, flexible working options, and up to 31 days of holiday annually.

Matching Summary

This role involves supporting and strengthening kinship arrangements through high-quality supervision and advice to ensure children experience stable, nurturing care.

Salary

Competitive salary; Retention incentives included; Up to 31 days holiday plus bank holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Full valid driving licence required
  • Own car for work use mandatory
  • Experience in kinship care practice
  • Strong assessment and analysis skills
  • Child-focused strengths-based approach

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for Special Guardianship Orders
  • Commitment to promoting permanence
  • Ability to build strong relationships
  • Diverse background representation welcome

Key Requirements

  • Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England
  • Must hold full valid driving licence
  • Must provide own car for work
  • Pre-placement health assessment required
  • DBS clearance required under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act

Work Rights

Must have right to work in UK

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