Adoption Team Manager

TN United Kingdom; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established local authority is seeking a dedicated Adoption Team Manager to lead a passionate team in delivering high-quality services. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families in the community. With a commitment to restorative practices and a supportive work environment, you will have access to professional development programs and the chance to take the lead in areas of interest. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options, while contributing to meaningful projects that improve lives in Southend-on-Sea.

Benefits

Flexible Working Practices

Professional Development Program

Restorative Supervision

One-off Payment Incentive

Qualifications

• Experience in managing social work teams and delivering high-quality services.
• Knowledge of Restorative Practice and its application in social work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Adoption Team to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
• Support team members through supervision and professional development.

Skills

Social Work

Restorative Practice

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Social Work

SWE Registration

Job description

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Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who work alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and improve lives in Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As a Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions, including social services, transport, public health, parks, planning, trading standards, community safety, and education, offering a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities, along with investment in exciting regeneration projects, makes our Council a great place to work, learn, and make a difference.

Your new role

Southend City Council is looking to appoint a full-time, permanent, experienced Adoption Team Manager.

You will be joining a service where we demonstrate with pride that:

• All paths lead back to the child.
• We spend time getting to know each child and their story.
• We do what we say we're going to do.
• We work with the whole family.
• No matter what, we aim to make things better.

The successful candidate will support the team to work to the highest standards using our model of practice, Restorative Practice, to deliver our vision. You will have access to a professional social work development program designed by social workers at all career stages. You will receive regular restorative supervision and separate supervision focused on development and evidencing your SWE registration. We encourage everyone to take the lead in an area of interest for your team, which you will explore with your line manager.

Within this position, hybrid working opportunities are available. However, you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 2 days a week.

*This position offers an additional incentive of a one-off payment of £7,500 after being employed in this role for 3 years and 1 day!