A little bit about the role Please note that applications for this role will close on Monday 07 July 2025 at 9am The Curriculum Lead will play a leading role in developing and delivering Frontline s Approach Social Work programme, a fast-track master s in social work and our internal Consultant Social Worker programme. This role involves leading the design and implementation of curriculum content, as well as contributing to teaching, learning, and assessment both academic and practice-based. You will support the delivery of high-quality teaching materials across various formats, including online and in-person sessions. A key part of the role is developing and supporting Practice Tutors and Consultant Social Workers. This includes running curriculum briefings, contributing to training resources, and ensuring quality and consistency in the materials and guidance provided. This is a dynamic and rewarding role suited to someone with a strong interest in social work education, a passion for teaching and learning, and a commitment to maintaining the innovation and excellence of our programmes. Some key responsibilities include: Influencing and helping shape programme content including ensuring the implementation of evidence-based knowledge, skills and interventions with the aim of reducing risk to children. Promoting and introducing evidence-informed methods of teaching and assessing social work practice with families drawing on the expertise of others in social work. Designing and delivering innovative teaching content across regions and digital platforms, at postgraduate level in line with good pedagogic practice, HEI standards and statutory guidelines. Ensuring programmes remain compliant with professional standards and regulatory requirements. Please see the job pack for full role responsibilities A little bit about you We are looking for a registered social worker with experience in teaching and learning, and an intellectual curiosity to challenge and develop their own ideas by keeping up to date with current research and evidence. The role will suit someone who is passionate about the development of social work practice, innovation and leadership who has a thought-through vision of what excellent social work looks like. We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role and for the right candidate to make the role their own. If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you. Important information We have increased the diversity of Frontline s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities. Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you by emailing the People team (see job pack for contact information). We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ChatGPT etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will. We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can! Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.
Jun 24, 2025
Full time
A little bit about the role Please note that applications for this role will close on Monday 07 July 2025 at 9am The Curriculum Lead will play a leading role in developing and delivering Frontline s Approach Social Work programme, a fast-track master s in social work and our internal Consultant Social Worker programme. This role involves leading the design and implementation of curriculum content, as well as contributing to teaching, learning, and assessment both academic and practice-based. You will support the delivery of high-quality teaching materials across various formats, including online and in-person sessions. A key part of the role is developing and supporting Practice Tutors and Consultant Social Workers. This includes running curriculum briefings, contributing to training resources, and ensuring quality and consistency in the materials and guidance provided. This is a dynamic and rewarding role suited to someone with a strong interest in social work education, a passion for teaching and learning, and a commitment to maintaining the innovation and excellence of our programmes. Some key responsibilities include: Influencing and helping shape programme content including ensuring the implementation of evidence-based knowledge, skills and interventions with the aim of reducing risk to children. Promoting and introducing evidence-informed methods of teaching and assessing social work practice with families drawing on the expertise of others in social work. Designing and delivering innovative teaching content across regions and digital platforms, at postgraduate level in line with good pedagogic practice, HEI standards and statutory guidelines. Ensuring programmes remain compliant with professional standards and regulatory requirements. Please see the job pack for full role responsibilities A little bit about you We are looking for a registered social worker with experience in teaching and learning, and an intellectual curiosity to challenge and develop their own ideas by keeping up to date with current research and evidence. The role will suit someone who is passionate about the development of social work practice, innovation and leadership who has a thought-through vision of what excellent social work looks like. We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role and for the right candidate to make the role their own. If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you. Important information We have increased the diversity of Frontline s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities. Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you by emailing the People team (see job pack for contact information). We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ChatGPT etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will. We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can! Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.
This is the work that makes a difference Frontline is a charity with a mission to make social work better for children, helping keep them safe and giving them a chance to fulfil their potential. By completing our Frontline programme you'll become a social worker who helps create positive, sustainable change for children and families. You'll help protect children living in the toughest circumstances and families struggling with a range of pressures such as mental ill-health, domestic abuse or poverty. You'll intervene at moments of crisis and need within families, giving them the support and commitment they deserve, and use your skills to help change the course of their lives. Earn as you learn with a salary of up to £34,000 in year two. Qualify as a social worker and complete a fully funded master's degree. Get high-quality training and supervision from experienced social workers, academics, and coaches in a rich, supportive environment. Become part of the Frontline Fellowship and receive ongoing support and training throughout your career. Your journey on the Frontline programme The Frontline programme offers two years of intensive, paid training and a fully-funded master's degree with Lancaster University to develop the skills you'll need for the role. You'll qualify as a social worker employed in your local authority and become an agent of change, improving people's lives and the social work profession through excellent practice, leadership and innovation. Your training starts at our summer institute, five weeks of immersive teaching that takes place online and in-person. You'll join a cohort of around 450 other trainees and begin to learn how to bring about positive change in people's behaviour from leading academics in social work. After the summer institute you'll start learning the theory over 21 taught study days, and applying it with 200 days of practice-based learning. You'll work in a team of four with an experienced child protection social worker overseeing your work with families and supported by a tutor. You'll also undertake a contrasting learning experience in an adult social care setting while working towards the first 120 credits of your Master's degree. Upon passing your first year you'll be a newly-qualified social worker and will register with the professional regulator, Social Work England. In your second year, you'll be employed in children's services by your local authority and supported to hold your own caseload. You'll continue working towards your Master's degree through a combination of lectures and workshops delivered over eight dedicated learning days and work with a peer group to continuously develop your skills. Alongside this you'll conduct research into your practice, supported by a dissertation supervisor, and be offered one-to-one coaching to help you hone your leadership skills. At the end of your second year you'll have completed your Master's degree. This is the work that changes society Social workers who become qualified through our Frontline programme are highly equipped with the skills needed to work effectively with families in crisis and to create positive, sustainable change in their lives. You'll join a growing community of like-minded social workers who work hard to bring about wider social change through their influence on the UK social work system and offer you support in your continuous development. Becoming a social worker through the Frontline programme offers a rewarding learning experience and a career where you'll put children first, protecting them from harm and changing the course of their lives. This is the work that makes a difference. This is social work. Who we're looking for We are looking for passionate and motivated individuals who share our vision and mission. You will be committed to working with children and families, collaborating with other professionals and leading with sound judgment. We want people who can bring different perspectives and experiences to the programme and are committed to advocating for the diverse communities that social workers serve. You will also meet the following criteria: 1 or higher in an undergraduate honours degree (predicted or obtained) or 2.2 in an undergraduate honours degree (predicted or obtained) plus a level 7 (e.g. master's degree) qualification or 2.2 in an undergraduate honours degree (predicted or obtained) plus two years' employment in a local authority in the UK in a role within children and families social work (subject to approval by Social Work England) Grade C or above in GCSE English Language (or equivalent qualification) Grade C or above in GCSE Maths (or equivalent qualification) Be eligible to reside and study in the UK for the duration of the programme (and have access to public funds) Be resident in England Not be a qualified social worker
Dec 17, 2022
Full time
This is the work that makes a difference Frontline is a charity with a mission to make social work better for children, helping keep them safe and giving them a chance to fulfil their potential. By completing our Frontline programme you'll become a social worker who helps create positive, sustainable change for children and families. You'll help protect children living in the toughest circumstances and families struggling with a range of pressures such as mental ill-health, domestic abuse or poverty. You'll intervene at moments of crisis and need within families, giving them the support and commitment they deserve, and use your skills to help change the course of their lives. Earn as you learn with a salary of up to £34,000 in year two. Qualify as a social worker and complete a fully funded master's degree. Get high-quality training and supervision from experienced social workers, academics, and coaches in a rich, supportive environment. Become part of the Frontline Fellowship and receive ongoing support and training throughout your career. Your journey on the Frontline programme The Frontline programme offers two years of intensive, paid training and a fully-funded master's degree with Lancaster University to develop the skills you'll need for the role. You'll qualify as a social worker employed in your local authority and become an agent of change, improving people's lives and the social work profession through excellent practice, leadership and innovation. Your training starts at our summer institute, five weeks of immersive teaching that takes place online and in-person. You'll join a cohort of around 450 other trainees and begin to learn how to bring about positive change in people's behaviour from leading academics in social work. After the summer institute you'll start learning the theory over 21 taught study days, and applying it with 200 days of practice-based learning. You'll work in a team of four with an experienced child protection social worker overseeing your work with families and supported by a tutor. You'll also undertake a contrasting learning experience in an adult social care setting while working towards the first 120 credits of your Master's degree. Upon passing your first year you'll be a newly-qualified social worker and will register with the professional regulator, Social Work England. In your second year, you'll be employed in children's services by your local authority and supported to hold your own caseload. You'll continue working towards your Master's degree through a combination of lectures and workshops delivered over eight dedicated learning days and work with a peer group to continuously develop your skills. Alongside this you'll conduct research into your practice, supported by a dissertation supervisor, and be offered one-to-one coaching to help you hone your leadership skills. At the end of your second year you'll have completed your Master's degree. This is the work that changes society Social workers who become qualified through our Frontline programme are highly equipped with the skills needed to work effectively with families in crisis and to create positive, sustainable change in their lives. You'll join a growing community of like-minded social workers who work hard to bring about wider social change through their influence on the UK social work system and offer you support in your continuous development. Becoming a social worker through the Frontline programme offers a rewarding learning experience and a career where you'll put children first, protecting them from harm and changing the course of their lives. This is the work that makes a difference. This is social work. Who we're looking for We are looking for passionate and motivated individuals who share our vision and mission. You will be committed to working with children and families, collaborating with other professionals and leading with sound judgment. We want people who can bring different perspectives and experiences to the programme and are committed to advocating for the diverse communities that social workers serve. You will also meet the following criteria: 1 or higher in an undergraduate honours degree (predicted or obtained) or 2.2 in an undergraduate honours degree (predicted or obtained) plus a level 7 (e.g. master's degree) qualification or 2.2 in an undergraduate honours degree (predicted or obtained) plus two years' employment in a local authority in the UK in a role within children and families social work (subject to approval by Social Work England) Grade C or above in GCSE English Language (or equivalent qualification) Grade C or above in GCSE Maths (or equivalent qualification) Be eligible to reside and study in the UK for the duration of the programme (and have access to public funds) Be resident in England Not be a qualified social worker
Do you have experience of leading a team, get a buzz out of analysing and interpreting data, and are always looking to improve the status quo? An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Analysis Manager within a friendly, fast-paced, and creative environment to manage a new central support team in our market-leading international department click apply for full job details
Dec 14, 2022
Full time
Do you have experience of leading a team, get a buzz out of analysing and interpreting data, and are always looking to improve the status quo? An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Analysis Manager within a friendly, fast-paced, and creative environment to manage a new central support team in our market-leading international department click apply for full job details
Location: Flexible. Frequent national travel required, including occasional travel to our head office in central London. We have office bases in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle and Bristol. About the role: The Curriculum and Learning Leads will play a leading role in developing and delivering the new Pathways Programme; a national leadership development programme for children s social care leaders. The programme will attract and train up to 1000 leaders per year from Practice Supervisors to Practice Leaders through residentials, self-directed study, online workshops and coaching. A little bit about you: The Curriculum and Learning Leads will be responsible for ensuring high quality, cohesive learning and development across all elements of the Pathways Programme. They will effectively manage relationships with internal colleagues, external partners and facilitators to quality assure content design and delivery to meet Frontline s teaching and learning standards. The successful candidates will have a strong understanding of the leadership skills necessary to drive change and will be focused on developing leaders expertise to have lasting impact on them, their teams and the children and families they work with. Our commitment: We have increased the diversity of Frontline s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater ethnic minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value ethnic minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities. Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you by emailing our People team, the email address is on the link to this job advert. Please email our People team if you would like us to send you the job pack in a different file format. We only accept applications through our non-biased recruitment website, Pinpoint.
Jul 31, 2022
Full time
Location: Flexible. Frequent national travel required, including occasional travel to our head office in central London. We have office bases in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle and Bristol. About the role: The Curriculum and Learning Leads will play a leading role in developing and delivering the new Pathways Programme; a national leadership development programme for children s social care leaders. The programme will attract and train up to 1000 leaders per year from Practice Supervisors to Practice Leaders through residentials, self-directed study, online workshops and coaching. A little bit about you: The Curriculum and Learning Leads will be responsible for ensuring high quality, cohesive learning and development across all elements of the Pathways Programme. They will effectively manage relationships with internal colleagues, external partners and facilitators to quality assure content design and delivery to meet Frontline s teaching and learning standards. The successful candidates will have a strong understanding of the leadership skills necessary to drive change and will be focused on developing leaders expertise to have lasting impact on them, their teams and the children and families they work with. Our commitment: We have increased the diversity of Frontline s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater ethnic minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value ethnic minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities. Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you by emailing our People team, the email address is on the link to this job advert. Please email our People team if you would like us to send you the job pack in a different file format. We only accept applications through our non-biased recruitment website, Pinpoint.
