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An exciting opportunity has arisen to be involved in the development of Social Work Practice in Croydon. These roles are assisting the Principal Social Worker and the Consultant Social Work Practitioner in delivering excellent Social Work Practice and support to the Adult Social Care Workforce. The roles will be involved in multiple areas of work, some examples of which are below: - career progression, new starter inductions, practice development handbooks, exploring legal literacy, Equality and Diversity Work, Carers development work, case recording, auditing, developing practice forums/reflective supervision, coaching/mentoring, supporting development needs and other areas as needed. in addition to the normal Person Specification requirements, the following is desirable; Practice Educator (PEPS 1 or 2 ). Experience of working with NQSW's, and students. Experience of supervision, coaching and mentoring Working in Croydon Applicants wishing to join our aspiring and progressive adult social care services teams will have a commitment to team working and an enthusiasm for contributing to sharing ideas that support the development of all our services. Candidates will demonstrate professionalism, creativity, and drive in their approach to person centred practice and problem solving; and an ability to work flexibly in response to a rapidly changing public service environment. Additionally, the staff here at Croydon are friendly, and the transport links are excellent. Applicants will demonstrate exceptionally strong social work practice skills and sound knowledge of key legislation and aspirations to extend their practice experience and skills. Appointed applicants will share in supporting their Manager's leadership of the team to deliver progressive services and promote and maintain high standards of practice. In return we offer scope to our staff team to progress their career, develop their individual professional practice, analytical and creative skills, and a department wide commitment to realistic caseloads and through put. Croydon Adult Services operate a case load limit structure, designed to maintain viable workload and support output of work. This is supported by a Council wide program of excellent learning, development, and career progression opportunities, epitomized by our strong ASYE program and commitment to post qualification training. You will be joining a small, experienced, team seeking to provide high standards of provision to our social workers, students and other staff. You will receive regular supervision, and have the opportunity to also do work with the PSW at times. Benefits A generous annual leave allowance, which is about to be raised again. Access to Local Government pension scheme. For further information please contact Principal Social Worker or These roles are 2 year fixed term / secondment , full Time 36hrs per week Closing Date 06 August 23.59 pm Shortlisting week commencing 07.08.23 Interviews week commencing 21.08.23 Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Subject to business needs, we will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements and support hybrid working, whereby staff attend the workplace for part of their working week and work from home, or elsewhere, remotely for the rest of the time. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role. Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced barring DBS check. Additional Information Croydon Council