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Assistant Team Manager - Children With Disabilities Team

Sanctuary Personnel

North Weston

Hybrid

GBP 36,000 - 52,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

A leading agency is seeking an Assistant Team Manager for the Children With Disabilities Team in Havering. The role offers the chance to make a positive impact on children's lives, providing both full-time and part-time options. Join a dynamic team where you can leverage your social work expertise to support vulnerable children and young people.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Professional Development Access

Subsidised On-Site Parking

Wellbeing-focused Meeting Spaces

Qualifications

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
Proven experience in children's disability services and supervision.
Strong understanding of legislation, including the Children Act and Care Act.

Responsibilities

Deliver robust assessments and interventions that are child-centred.
Manage complex caseloads including child protection and care planning.
Support and supervise practitioners ensuring effective safeguarding outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Team Management

Decision-Making

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Qualification as a Social Worker

Assistant Team Manager - Children With Disabilities Team

Havering, Hornchurch , Greater London , England
RM12

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Job Title: Assistant Team Manager - Children With Disabilities Team

Specialism: Children With Disabilities Location: London Borough of Havering, UK Salary: £41.10 per hour Contract Type: Locum, 3 months (with potential extension) Working Pattern: Full-Time / Part-Time

Lead with Purpose. Support with Impact. Make a Difference in Havering.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Team Manager to join the Children With Disabilities Team in the London Borough of Havering. This is a locum opportunity lasting three months , with the possibility of extension. Whether you're looking for full-time stability or part-time flexibility, this role offers a rewarding chance to drive positive change in the lives of children and young people with disabilities.

Why Join Us?

Flexible Working: Choose a schedule that suits your life - full-time or part-time options available.

Hybrid Model: Work remotely with the opportunity to attend in-person days at our modern Town Hall campus.

Professional Development: Access comprehensive systemic training and career development pathways.

Subsidised On-Site Parking: Available at the Town Hall campus for added commuting convenience.

Wellbeing-Focused: Enjoy reflection and meeting spaces designed to support focus, productivity, and balance.

Your Key Responsibilities:

High-Quality Assessment & Intervention: Deliver robust assessments and interventions that are child-centred, community-focused, and multi-agency informed, promoting best outcomes.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work in close partnership with professionals across disciplines including Social Workers, Family Support Workers, and Educational Psychologists.

Complex Caseload Management: Use your expertise to manage challenging cases involving child protection, care planning, EHCP contributions, short breaks, and transitions into adulthood.

Practice Leadership: Support and supervise practitioners in the team, ensuring a culture of reflective practice, effective decision-making, and strong safeguarding outcomes.

Quality Assurance & Oversight: Ensure practice is compliant with statutory frameworks and local procedures, contributing to continuous service improvement and positive inspection outcomes.

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Proven experience in children's disability services , safeguarding, and supervision

Strong understanding of legislation , including the Children Act Apply , SEND Code of Practice, and Care Act 2014

Excellent communication, team management, and decision-making skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with empathy, authority, and resilience

Why Havering?

Havering is a unique blend of urban vitality and rural tranquillity. With its excellent transport links , green open spaces , and vibrant town centres , it's a great place to live and work. Enjoy modern amenities, welcoming communities, and a supportive local authority that prioritises children and families.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency. With over 1,000 Trustpilot reviews and numerous industry accolades, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality roles that align with your expertise and goals. We offer:

Access to exclusive job opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Reliable and prompt payroll

Apply now to take the next step in your leadership journey and help shape the future for children and young people in Havering.

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