The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.Job detailsJob details Job reference VAC005436 Date posted 08/05/2024 Application closing date 22/05/2024 Location B Bond - West Wing Smeaton Road Hotwells Bristol BS1 6XN Salary BG14: £48,474 - £51,515 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Social Care AttachmentsPractice Lead Job descriptionFull Time, PermanentAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Lead (team manager) in our Through Care Service.NOTE: you require a social work qualification for this role.Do you want to work for Bristol City Council in a challenging but rewarding job as part of a team improving the outcomes for children in care? Do you have excellent leadership skills? Then this could be the role for you. We want our teams to reflect the people of Bristol, so we are committed to recruiting people from a range of backgrounds.The Through Care Service supports children and young people aged 0-25 and their families, through their journey in care and as care leavers.As a Practice Lead you will lead on, and manage, the delivery of high quality social work activities within a team working across a range of specialisms and services to achieve the best possible outcomes for our children.The role will have a high level of focus on the development and raising of quality of social work practice and standards.You would be managing an established team of social workers, support worker and administrator and will be part of a team of eleven practice leads.We are based at B Bond in an open plan office overlooking the river and Ashton Court, Clifton and the suspension bridge. We have high aspirations for our children and young people and are committed to providing services to achieve the best possible outcomes.The role demands a high standard of analytical and communication skills, multi-agency working, problem solving and risk management.You will have excellent skills in delivering, monitoring and planning services at an operational level and leading complex and high-risk plans in respect of children’s safety as well as experience of performance management and the supervision of staff.In Through Care we recognise the importance of the child’s whole network in building security and safety. We believe coming into care is an extension of the network our children already have, and a large piece of our work is to support and maintain this.We are creative in our approach to be certain we meet the needs of our children.Our practice is underpinned by signs of safety and we encourage a systemic and reflective approach.Last year we had an Ofsted inspection and received GOOD for both our children in care and our care leaver services. A quote from the report:Children’s social workers visit them on a regular basis. They make determined efforts to get to know children. Social workers take time to understand children’s wishes and feelings. They are there when children need them most. They show dedication, care, and affection during times of upset and distress. For example, social workers have sensitively supported children to attend the funerals of close family members.If you share this passion and commitment, we would love to hear from you.Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.Why Bristol City Council?At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.How do I apply?If you share our and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.It is Bristol City Council’s practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview.If you wish to discuss this job role further please contact Service Manager Maria FinlaysonAt Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.Job title Practice Lead Job reference VAC005436 Date posted 08/05/2024 Application closing date 22/05/2024 Location B Bond - West Wing Smeaton Road Hotwells Bristol BS1 6XN Salary BG14: £48,474 - £51,515 Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Social Care Attachments Job descriptionFull Time, PermanentAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practice Lead (team manager) in our Through Care Service.NOTE: you require a social work qualification for this role.Do you want to work for Bristol City Council in a challenging but rewarding job as part of a team improving the outcomes for children in care? Do you have excellent leadership skills? Then this could be the role for you. We want our teams to reflect the people of Bristol, so we are committed to recruiting people from a range of backgrounds.The Through Care Service supports children and young people aged 0-25 and their families, through their journey in care and as care leavers.As a Practice Lead you will lead on, and manage, the delivery of high quality social work activities within a team working across a range of specialisms and services to achieve the best possible outcomes for our children.The role will have a high level of focus on the development and raising of quality of social work practice and standards.You would be managing an established team of social workers, support worker and administrator and will be part of a team of eleven practice leads.We are based at B Bond in an open plan office overlooking the river and Ashton Court, Clifton and the suspension bridge. We have high aspirations for our children and young people and are committed to providing services to achieve the best possible outcomes.The role demands a high standard of analytical and communication skills, multi-agency working, problem solving and risk management.You will have excellent skills in delivering, monitoring and planning services at an operational level and leading complex and high-risk plans in respect of children’s safety as well as experience of performance management and the supervision of staff.In Through Care we recognise the importance of the child’s whole network in building security and safety. We believe coming into care is an extension of the network our children already have, and a large piece of our work is to support and maintain this.We are creative in our approach to be certain we meet the needs of our children.Our practice is underpinned by signs of safety and we encourage a systemic and reflective approach.Last year we had an Ofsted inspection and received GOOD for both our children in care and our care leaver services. A quote from the report:Children’s social workers visit them on a regular basis. They make determined efforts to get to know children. Social workers take time to understand children’s wishes and feelings. They are there when children need them most. They show dedication, care, and affection during times of upset and distress. For example, social workers have sensitively supported children to attend the funerals of close family members.If you share this passion and commitment, we would love to hear from you.Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.Why Bristol City Council?At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.How do I apply?If you share our and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.It is Bristol City Council’s practice to request references for candidates that have been offered a job. However, if you are applying for a job that requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check then we will request your references once you have been invited to an interview.If you wish to discuss this job role further please contact Service Manager Maria FinlaysonAt Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
