Assistant Team Manager – Fostering – Kent

Liquid Personnel; England; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Une autorité locale dynamique dans le Kent recherche un Assistant Team Manager pour soutenir une équipe dédiée dans le secteur de la protection de l'enfance. Ce poste offre un environnement de travail collaboratif, un accent sur le développement professionnel et des charges de travail gérables, permettant d'impacter positivement la vie des enfants et des familles.

Benefits

Retraite généreuse avec un bon régime local

Congés annuels généreux: 27–30 jours + jours fériés

Pack de relocalisation jusqu'à 8 000 £

Stationnement gratuit

Qualifications

• Inscription active auprès de Social Work England.
• Permis de conduire britannique complet et accès à un véhicule.

Responsibilities

• Diriger et soutenir une petite équipe de travailleurs sociaux.
• Assurer la supervision de haute qualité et promouvoir le bien-être des enfants vulnérables.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Gestion de cas

Education

Diplôme en Travail Social

Job description

Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for an Assistant Team Manager to join a dedicated Fostering service within a progressive local authority in Kent—where your leadership can make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to be part of a forward-thinking council that puts people first. You’ll join a supportive, innovative team that values collaboration, professional growth, and meaningful impact. With a strong focus on manageable caseloads, reflective supervision, and a unique team-based approach, this authority empowers social workers to do their best work. Guided by values of trust, respect, and ambition, it’s a place where your voice is heard, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your career can truly flourish.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary: £49,658 – £54,130
• Annual retention payment: £2,000
• Career progression scheme to support your professional development
• Generous annual leave: 27–30 days + bank holidays
• Essential User Allowance (option to transfer to Lease Car after 6 months)
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Free car parking
• Hybrid working (minimum 2 days/week in office)
• Relocation package up to £8,000

About the Role
Reporting to the Team Manager, you will lead and support a small team of social workers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. This is a non-caseholding role focused on delivering high-quality supervision and ensuring best practice in safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people.

Requirements

• Degree in Social Work
• Active registration with Social Work England
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Interested?
Contact Mozz Radwan on 020 3857 3486 [e-mail]

Please note:We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.