Children’s Team Manager – Family Safeguarding – Bury – £46

Ashberry Recruitment; Bury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Children’s Team Manager in Bury to oversee social work services for children and families. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in social work, at least three years of experience in the field with a focus on child protection, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive rate and a support structure from experienced consultants.

Benefits

Dedicated experienced Consultant

Friendly compliance team

Enhanced DBS provided

£250 Referral bonus

Qualifications

• 3 years post qualifying experience in a field social work setting.
• Social Work England registration is required.
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage the provision of field social work services to the community.
• Provide social work service to children in need and their families.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Decision-making based on available information

Ability to work alone and in teams

Competent IT skills

Flexible approach to work

Education

CQSW, DIPSW, BA HONS SW or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Children’s Team Manager
Team: Family Safeguarding
Location: Bury
Rate: £46

Responsibilities

• To manage the provision of field social work services to the local community by a team of social workers, ensuring that statutory requirements and departmental policies are complied with.
• To provide a social work service to children in need and their families including those in need of protection.

Qualifications & Requirements

• CQSW, DIPSW, BA HONS SW or equivalent
• 3 years post qualifying experience in a field social work setting including substantial child protection experience
• Social Work England registration
• Enhanced and in date DBS certificate
• Excellent communication skills and ability to make good decisions based on information available
• Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set ups
• Possess knowledge of service needs
• Competent IT skills and ability to navigate electronic file/recording systems
• Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files
• Flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arises

How to apply

For more information please contact Carly on 01282 525510 or [e-mail]

Why Ashberry?

• Dedicated experienced Consultant providing the ultimate support through your job search
• Friendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement process
• Provides your essential Enhanced DBS
• £250 Referral bonus.