Practice Manager MASH at East Sussex County Council

Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Work, Leadership, Motivational Interviewing, Risk Management, Performance Management, Professional Development, Team Development, Reflective Supervision, Evidence-Based Practice, Boundary Management, Workforce Planning, Personnel Procedures, Induction, Appraisals, Complex Problem Solving, Values-Based Practice

Industry

Government Administration

Description

As a Practice Manager, you will oversee and ensure the delivery of high-quality social work practice, including screening for assessment and risk management decision making. You will provide leadership and motivation to ensure services are effective, values-based, and achieve positive outcomes for children and families. This role includes managing performance, quality resources and supporting organisational decisions and initiatives. Our Practice Managers also lead and develop teams by promoting a positive learning culture. You will model professional knowledge, authority, and a recognised depth of expertise, while developing effective professional practice through the provision of regular reflective supervision. You will also lead the practice development and performance of the team, including induction, appointment support, probation, appraisals, professional development, workforce planning, and the effective implementation of personnel procedures, such as absence and performance management. The people we are looking for in this vital position will: Have a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with the professional regulatory body. Have specialist training (academic or in-house provision e.g. advanced Motivational Interviewing, Adult Attachment training etc). Be a Level 1 Practice Educator Professional, currently undertaking the course or evidence of a confirmed space to undertake course. Promote the use of evidence and theory to support practice in complex and changing circumstances. Model and help others to maintain professional and personal boundaries and skilled use of self. To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above when submitting your CV and cover letter please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. Please download the job description and person specification for more information. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details. Interviews will take place face to face in Lewes within two weeks of closing date. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Helena Wickens on helena.wickens@eastsussex.gov.uk to arrange a call. For sharing my expertise “I undertook an apprenticeship in Leadership and Management which enabled me to progress. I’ve been really lucky to have been given lots of wonderful opportunities here, so I want to use the experience and skills I’ve got to develop other staff.” Kayleigh, Practice Manager Additional Information This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad. Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Responsibilities

As a Practice Manager, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality social work practice and provide leadership to ensure effective services for children and families. You will also manage team performance and support professional development through reflective supervision.