Job Description

47,754 - 48,710 per year. Are you a confident and experienced social work professional ready to lead and inspire a team? We are seeking a 'Practice Lead' to join our Child in Need Pod within Swansea's innovative Academy Team.

Post title:

Practice Lead

Post number:

SS.73807

Salary:

47,754 - 48,710 per year

Job description:

Practice Lead (SS.73807) Job description

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Directorate/department:

Social Services

Apply online now for post SS.73807

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Closing date:

11.45pm, 23 July 2025

Further information

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This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role where you'll shape practice, supervise staff, and oversee the management of complex cases--making a real difference in the lives of children and families.

Why Join the Academy?

As part of the Academy, you'll be immersed in a vibrant, collaborative learning environment. You'll work within a specialist Pod alongside a Practice Lead, Senior Social Worker, Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs), and Family Support Workers--sharing knowledge, supporting development, and delivering high-quality services to children and families.

Our Academy includes five specialist Pods:

Child in Need of Care and Support Children with Disabilities Family Wellbeing Culturally Harmful Behaviour Worker Integrated Safeguarding Hub

This cross-pod collaboration enriches your practice and broadens your perspective, helping you develop innovative, child-centred solutions.

What Makes Us Different?

We believe in keeping social work focused on what matters most--direct work with children and families. That's why we minimise paperwork and maximise support, reflection, and creativity.

You'll also enjoy:

Beautiful views of Swansea Bay from your office Regular supervision and mentoring from experienced Practice Leads A reflective team culture with peer learning and workshops Opportunities for professional growth in a forward-thinking service A workplace where your voice is heard, and your impact is valued

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

A qualified and registered social worker with substantial post-qualifying experience Has completed the Consolidation Programme for Experienced Practitioners (CPEL) Confident in managing complex cases and child protection processes Committed to reflective practice and continuous learning Passionate about working collaboratively and creatively with children and families

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to bring your experience, compassion, and creativity to a team that values your contribution, we'd love to hear from you.

Safeguarding

Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding

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