Children’s Adoption Team Lead — Flexible/Home Working

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent local authority in the UK is seeking an Assistant Team Manager for its Children's Adoption Team. The role involves supervising staff, supporting children's adoption processes, and promoting good practices in a high-performing, supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, creativity, and a strong understanding of Child Protection legislation. This position allows flexible working across a wide county, fostering a strong commitment to continuous improvement and social work excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Flexible work-life balance

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work across a large county.
• Skilled in supporting other staff and colleagues.
• Motivated for personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise staff within the team.
• Engage children and families in life story work.
• Work collaboratively with Family Help Teams.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to build meaningful relationships

Creative problem-solving

Understanding of Child Protection legislation

Education

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

A prominent local authority in the UK is seeking an Assistant Team Manager for its Children's Adoption Team. The role involves supervising staff, supporting children's adoption processes, and promoting good practices in a high-performing, supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, creativity, and a strong understanding of Child Protection legislation. This position allows flexible working across a wide county, fostering a strong commitment to continuous improvement and social work excellence.