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Senior manager

Includes principal social workers, heads of service and service managers.

Development programmes

The Pathways Programme was a leadership development programme funded by the Department for Education running from autumn 2022 to summer 2024.

Building on this success, we are currently developing a self-study continuing professional development (CPD) offer. This new resource will be based on the 4 core Pathways originally delivered by Frontline, ensuring the legacy of the programme will continue to benefit aspiring leaders.  

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Roles

Principal social workers support social work teams, provide quality assurance and contribute to strategic leadership.

Service managers oversee the performance and quality of practice of multiple teams of social workers across a service area.

Heads of service oversee the day-to-day operations of services, manage staff and work closely with other agencies to promote best practice in social work.

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