All LocationsAll Locations:
Weymouth
Advertising SalarySalary Details:
£44,075 - £50,269 pro rata
What is the vacancy type for this advertVacancy Type:
Fixed Term
Function:
Health and Social Care - Adults
EmployerEmployer:
Dorset Council
Job Working PatternJob Working Pattern:
Part time

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Weymouth and Portland Locality Team as an Area Practice Manager.  This is a part time role at 25 hours a week and is available for a 18 month fixed term contract with the potential to extend. 

This is a key leadership role, and you will be leading and managing Social Workers and Assessment and Support Coordinators as well as supporting the wider team, working closely with our partner organisations in delivering best outcomes for the people or Weymouth and Portland.

 We are looking for candidates with a strong strength-based approach who can lead, motivate, and develop teams. This is an exciting time to lead within Adult Social Care as you will be involved in transforming the way we work and have an integral role in positively leading and implementing change to meet both organisational and customer demand. We offer hybrid and flexible working.  

You are required to have a degree in Social Work or Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) and be registered with Social Work England or the Health and Care Professional Council.

If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Katrin Way, Locality Manager, on 01305 208032.

About Us

At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We: 

  • provide essential services that support over 380,000 residents 
  • work in partnership to make a real difference 
  • value every role and the impact it has on our communities 
  • support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive 

You will: 

  • be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset 
  • have access to a range of benefits and support 
  • have access to range of training opportunities which will help with your personal development and career progression 

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible. If you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application. 

This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement. 

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us. 

Find out more about how to apply. 

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