Social Work Professional Development Lead

Connected Local Government; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the North-East is seeking a Professional Development Officer (Social Work) to influence the Adult Social Care workforce. The successful candidate will review and deliver induction programmes, act as a mentor, and provide expert advice. This role offers a competitive rewards package, including 27 days annual leave and a contributory pension scheme. Applications should be submitted online through the Northeast Jobs portal, and interviews are expected in late January 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current professional development initiatives and challenges.
• Ability to engage and work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Capability to develop social work/care initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Review/re-design and deliver induction programmes.
• Facilitate and provide expert advice on various panels.
• Support operational managers in professional development.
• Mentor staff and assess practice of social work students.

Job description

A local authority in the North-East is seeking a Professional Development Officer (Social Work) to influence the Adult Social Care workforce. The successful candidate will review and deliver induction programmes, act as a mentor, and provide expert advice. This role offers a competitive rewards package, including 27 days annual leave and a contributory pension scheme. Applications should be submitted online through the Northeast Jobs portal, and interviews are expected in late January 2026.