Assistant Team Manager - Family Help

Dorset Council UK; Sturminster Newton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Social Worker for the Assistant Team Manager role in Family Help. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a pioneering initiative aimed at enhancing children's services. You will play a crucial role in managing staff, supervising complex cases, and driving practice development. Join a community committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children and families, while enjoying professional growth and support in a collaborative environment. This is your chance to contribute to meaningful change in a beautiful county.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and supervising staff in children's services.
• Proficient in Child in Need case supervision and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team to support children and families effectively.
• Chair meetings and handle complex case work.

Skills

Management and Supervision

Child Protection

Complex Case Work

Leadership in Practice Development

Education

Social Work Degree

Job description

Join Our Children’s Services Team

Are you seeking a rewarding career in Children’s Services? Be part of designing social work for the future.

Join our exceptional Family Help Team in children’s services, where we take pride in leading nationally and pioneering initiatives recognized by the government. Our dedicated team has set new standards in supporting children and families.

At Dorset Council, you’ll be a vital contributor to positive change, working in a community that values your skills and passion. Join us in creating a brighter future for children, young people, and families.

About the Opportunity

In July 2024, the Department for Education announced the Families First for Children Pathfinder. Dorset has been selected as one of only three initial pathfinder sites nationally, testing key reforms in children’s services. This initiative comes with central government funding and support, reflecting our ambition and commitment.

Our focus is on supporting families to meet their children’s needs and keeping children at home where it is safe to do so. You will work with children, families, and partners in a role that inspires professional and personal growth.

Team Structure

We have developed multi-agency locality teams, bringing together colleagues from Early Help, Children's Social Care, Educational Psychology, SEND, and Inclusion services, led by Heads of Locality and Strategy.

Role: Assistant Team Manager (Family Help) - North Locality

We are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join us in this leadership role, where you will make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in our beautiful county.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience managing, appraising, and supervising staff
• Experience in Child in Need case supervision and mentoring
• Ability to handle complex case work
• Capability to manage and chair meetings
• Leadership in practice development and acting as Lead Child Protection Practitioner