Assistant Team Manager – Child Protection

Liquid Personnel; Chatham; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Team Manager to join the Child Protection service in Chatham, UK. The role involves supervising social workers, ensuring quality assurance, and contributing to team communication. Candidates should hold a Social Work degree, have experience in child protection, and possess an active Social Work England registration. A competitive salary, generous leave, and hybrid working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Retention payment of £3,000

Flexible annual leave

Local government pension

Free car parking

Hybrid working

Relocation package up to £8,000

Qualifications

• Attained PEPS Stage 1 and 2 and/or undertaken leadership training for first line managers.
• Hold a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work.
• Active Social Work England registration.

Responsibilities

• Support the Team Manager in leading and supervising 3-4 social workers.
• Assist with quality assurance of team’s work and case allocation.
• Contribute to the induction of new staff and communication.

Skills

Relationship and strengths-based practice

Child protection experience

Court work experience

Education

Degree in Social Work

Job description

Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for an Assistant Team Manager for the long term Child Protection service to join an Authority based in Medway.

Ofsted noted that our clients relentless approach to improvement has led to the significant progress in services provided for children and families. The inspectors found that there is now a strong, determined and cohesive leadership team.

What’s in it for you as an Assistant Team Manager?

• A competitive salary between £47,658 – £52,376
• Retention payment of £3,000 per annum (paid annually)
• Career progression scheme to support your pathway of professional development
• Generous annual leave entitlement of between 27 – 30 days plus bank holidays
• Essential User Allowance with option to transfer to Lease Car after 6 months
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Free car parking
• Hybrid working – enabling you to work from home / office (minimum of 2 days per week will be required in the office)
• Relocation package of up to £8,000

About the role :

You will support the Team Manager in leading and providing supervision to 3-4 social workers, assisting with the quality assurance of your team’s work and case allocation; completing joint visits and / or attending court; contributing to the induction of new staff; and contributing to effective communication.

What we are looking for in an Assistant Team Manager :

• You will have attained PEPS Stage 1 and 2 and / or undertaken leadership training for first line managers.
• You will have substantial experience in relationship and strengths-based practice and experience in child protection and court work.
• You will hold a degree in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.
• Active Social Work England registration