Job requirements
Essential
20 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Ability to travel independently within geographical area
- Other
Able to work hours flexibly
- Other
Proficient keyboard skills and the practical application of a range of system such as Microsoft Word, Teams etc
- Other
Ability to work under pressure
- Experience
Mental health practice at a senior level; case load supervision, staff recruitment, education, development and appraisal; management of conduct and capability concerns; service development projects; practice improvement initiatives
- Experience
Managing electronic record keeping platforms, clinical applications and collaborative digital working tools
- Experience
Reflect on and critically appraise own and others performance and use information to develop new methods of working
- Experience
Practice experience of the Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) role
- Experience
Significant applied knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act (1983), Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (2009), Mental Health (Wales) Measure (2010) and the Social Services and Well-Being (Wales) Act, (2016) to support practitioners and leaders to maintain and develop the relevant legal literacy in their service area
- Skills and Attributes
Demonstrate situations where effective, compassionate leadership and management skills have been used
- Skills and Attributes
Demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with challenging situations
- Skills and Attributes
Evidence of undertaking presentations to groups
- Skills and Attributes
Formulate and analyse professional and ethical issues
- Skills and Attributes
Detailed knowledge and application of principles of governance
- Skills and Attributes
Application of Health, Safety, and Risk Management policies and processes
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Professional Social Work qualification: CQSW; Dip. SW; Social Work Degree
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Current registration with Social Care Wales or equivalent Social Work body. Be prepared to register with Social Care Wales as a legal requirement if appointed
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Evidence of Post qualifying training and Learning (PTRL) such as Practice Educator Award for Social Work
- Qualifications and Knowledge
MSc Social Work or equivalent relevant subject level of study or equivalent experience
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) award
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience of staffing and decision-making on an Out of Hours/On-call basis in a health or social care service context
- Skills and Attributes
Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Management or Leadership qualification: CMS, DMS; ILM or equivalent experience
- Qualifications and Knowledge
Have a basic knowledge of project management processes and techniques
Job overview
Powys Teaching Health Board’s Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and CAMHS Services are an ambitious, values-led services committed to delivering outstanding, person-centred care across a diverse and beautiful rural community. Serving people of all ages across Mid Wales, our multi-disciplinary workforce is united by a shared commitment to compassion, inclusion, recovery and continuous improvement.
We are seeking an exceptional and inspiring social work leader to join our Senior Management Team as Professional Lead for Social Work. This is a unique opportunity to shape, champion and strengthen the social work profession within health services, ensuring the highest standards of professional leadership, governance and practice in line with the vision and values of Social Care Wales.
Social work brings a distinctive and essential perspective to health care. Grounded in human rights, social justice and strengths-based practice, the profession understands the social, relational and environmental factors that shape people’s lives and wellbeing. Social workers play a pivotal role in delivering person-centred, biopsychosocial assessment and care planning, supporting early intervention, prevention, recovery and the achievement of meaningful outcomes for individuals, families and communities.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a highly motivated and accomplished candidate who can provide visible professional leadership and expert advice across the organisation. You will be a passionate advocate for social work, committed to tackling health inequalities, addressing the impact of societal disadvantage and ensuring that the voices, rights and experiences of individuals and families remain at the heart of everything we do.
If you are an innovative leader with a commitment to excellence, professional integrity and social justice, and are ready to shape the future of social work within Powys, we would love to hear from you.
Key improvements:
- Someone to promote the profession and the service.
- A strategic leader to influence change, not just a governance role.
- Highlights social workers distinctive contribution to the healthcare of our population.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Professional Lead for Social Work with Powys Teaching Health Board in Brecon, Wales. It is listed as a Band 8 Lead (legacy management group) role. The advertised salary is £58379.00 to £65723.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 26 Oct 2026.
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