Professional Development Co-Ordinator

4SocialWork

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Qualified Social Worker to work within adults and Families. The vacancy is based in West London.

Candidates are required to hold a clear enhanced CRB, references covering the last 5 years and a full CV covering and explaining any gaps in your employment history and also having the reasons for leaving previous posts.

Main Purpose of the Job:
To support the social care divisions for Adults and Family Services to meet business and workforce objectives, with specific reference to post-qualifications and the continuing professional development of the workforce.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. To act as lead officer on social work continuing professional development, including social work post-registration training and learning (PRTL)

2. Establish and develop relationships with operational managers and key officers in the business groups and with key external partners to effect collaborative and partnership working

3. Maintain effective and positive partnerships with learning and development staff at business group and corporate level, and in partner agencies.

4. Contribute to the planning, consultation, development and completion of the business group learning and development plan

5. To communicate policy and legislative changes and ensure that managers and staff are aware of current issues in education, training and development relevant to the housing and social care sectors

6. To ensure provision of opportunities for staff to study at post-qualifying level conjunction with service management, education providers, and regulatory bodies

7. To monitor performance in all target areas, and contribute information for performance management and audit purposes

8. To establish and manage relationships with higher education institutions (HEIs) to ensure high quality learning and effective outcomes

9. To work in partnership with managers, specific officers and other agencies, including the voluntary sector, to promote the involvement of service users and carers in social care training and development

10. Keep self informed and updated on current developments and research in staff development and workforce issues

11. Ensure own continuing professional development through opportunities to increase personal skills, knowledge and expertise

12. All staff are expected to carry out their job in compliance with the Council’s Constitution. This means being familiar with the policies and procedures relevant to
the job and asking for information and advice if you are unsure of the correct course of action. The Council’s Constitution is published on the Internet.

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job profile are indicative of the role, however they are not exhaustive and may be subject to change. In addition, you will be required to undertake other reasonable duties as directed by your manager.

Candidates need to be registered with the General Social Care Council.

Can you please provide your full postal address and contact telephone number, to enable 4 Social Work to provide a speedy response to your enquiry and contact you regarding vacancies we have available that match your criteria.

Upon registering with 4 Social Work you will need to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, certificates of qualifications, 3 forms of Identity (1 must be registered to your current address), Overseas police check if applicable and proof of National Insurance.

Unless candidates have had a years’ most recent experience do not apply!

We offer a loyalty bonus of up to £1,200 per annum for successful candidates.
Please send your CV to enquiries@4socialwork.com or call us on 0845 604 4445.

Email CV, CRB, GSCC registration and 5 years references to enquiries@4socialwork.c