Only internal employees of Conwy County Borough Council can apply for this vacancy.
Work base: Colwyn Bay / Hybrid
Dear Prospective Candidate,
Thank you for expressing an interest in our education social work (ESW) service manager vacancy. We are seeking candidates for the post of education social work (ESW) service manager. This is an exceptional career opportunity to contribute to the education inclusion support offer in Conwy. This role of ESW service manager is an essential part of our response to the increasing need to support young people experiencing attendance difficulties, school avoidance, or educational disengagement.
We are seeking an individual with expertise in working with children and young people, as well as a strong understanding of safeguarding, attendance policies, and inclusion strategies. You will be a collaborative practitioner with extensive experience in education inclusion along with the linked experience in positive and inclusive practice to support learners to attend education settings. You will be able to evidence how your inclusion work has improved outcomes for learners in education settings.
You will be supported by a supportive and talented inclusion team at the Authority. The remit will include the areas of elective home education, child missing education, child performance licensing and other linked education social work aspects. The role will play a crucial role in supporting learner engagement in education to ensure that every young person has access to the education and support they need.
We pride ourselves on being an excellent employer with a strong team culture. Our values - caring about what we do, being fair, innovative, and great team players - guide everything we do. We continue to modernise, seek new opportunities, and respond proactively to the challenges we face.
We are a bilingual authority with immense pride in our Welsh heritage, supported by a fantastic Welsh language learning and translation offer. We are seeking an experienced practitioner who will thrive within a culture focussed on inclusion, inspiring teams, and driving forward meaningful, people-focused change.
We hope you are as enthusiastic about this opportunity as we are, and we look forward to receiving your application.
Due to the nature of the posts the successful candidates will be subject to
a disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working.
Manager details for informal discussion:
Scott Fordwhalley, Education Improvement Service Social Inclusion Service Manager
( [email protected] / 01492 575192 )
Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is essential for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We’re passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.
Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.
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We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.
We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an ‘E’ on the Person Specification).
We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.
Mae’r ffurflen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd.
