Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£54,360 per annum

About the Role
Hackney Adult Social Care (ASC) is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join the Practice Innovation and Workforce Capability Team on a 12-month fixed term/secondment basis. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the development and promotion of the next generation of social workers by mentoring and supporting Social Work students and Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSWs). You will support the delivery of programmes including the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE), social work apprenticeships, student placements, and practice education. The post holder will drive service improvement, strengthen practitioner confidence, and enhance experience within adult social care practice.

Hackney ASC is committed to continuous improvement, tackling inequality, and promoting independence through a strengths-based, anti-racist, and trauma-informed Practice Framework. This aligns with the council’s three-year plan (2023-26) focused on accessibility, prevention, personalization, and quality.

You will be part of a dynamic, forward-looking team led by the Principal Social Worker, dedicated to evolving the Continuous Professional Development offer and supporting staff wellbeing through accessible learning opportunities.

This post requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Hackney ASC offers a comprehensive benefits package including family-friendly policies, hybrid working, mobile phone and home computer provision, coaching and mentoring opportunities, a competitive salary, a generous pension scheme, annual leave entitlements, and a strong Employee Assistance Programme.

We are proud to champion anti-racist practice and promote diversity, inclusion, and equality within our workforce and community. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and particularly welcome those interested in flexible working.

Experience
- Experienced social worker with a strong background in practice education and assessment
- Proven ability to provide direct support and supervision to students and NQSWs completing their ASYE
- Knowledgeable about current and emerging adult social care legislation
- Strong communication skills to support colleagues and promote best practice
- Analytical with a good understanding of the national context and needs of newly qualified social workers

About you
- Confident and experienced practitioner passionate about mentoring and workforce development
- Committed to anti-racist, strengths-based, and trauma-informed practice
- Motivated to contribute to continuous service improvement and staff development
- Able to work collaboratively within a dynamic and innovative team environment

Qualifications
- Relevant social work qualification and registration
- Experience as a Practice Educator and practice assessor is essential
- Enhanced DBS clearance required