Amanda Bates

Accomplished Practice Manager with 6 years’ experience within the Charity Sector. I have a BSc in Social Work and Applied Social Science from the University of Bath. I have extensive experience in team management including the building and management of our Volunteer and Student section of our service.

I also have experience with project and business development as well as leading as my service’s recruitment officer, managing a small budget with tight deadlines. My social work experience has expanded my knowledge in developmental trauma, neurology and therapeuticsocial work.

Practice Manager in an Adoption Service

Social worker focus on adoption, young adults housing and adults with learning disability

Previous experience working in Bars, Restaurants and hotels as both staff and management

Previous experience as a support worker in mental health and elderly support.

Background in telesales and customer service

BSc Social Work and Applied Social Science - University of Bath