Children’s Social Work Team Manager

Sanctuary Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time/Part Time

Competitive Pay

Professional Growth

Work-Life Flexibility

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an experienced Children's Social Work Team Manager in Medway, Kent for a locum, temporary ongoing role at £47.00 per hour. The post offers flexibility with full-time or part-time hours to fit your schedule.

You will lead a team of social workers, supervise casework, and drive high-quality practice in Children in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings, and looked-after children work. Registration with Social Work England is required.

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, PGDip/PGCert Social Work, CQSW, or DipSW).
• Post-qualifying professional development in children’s social care and management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Social Workers with supervision and coaching to maintain high practice standards.
• Oversee complex cases involving Children in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings, and looked-after children to safeguard welfare in a timely manner.
• Quality assure assessments, SMART plans, statutory visits, case recordings, and decision-making to ensure evidence-based practice.
• Ensure timely statutory interventions including child protection planning, PLO processes, court proceedings, and care arrangements.

Skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Post-qualifying PD in children’s social care/management

Job description

Job Title: Children's Social Work Team Manager
Specialism: Children's Social Care
Location: Medway, Kent
Salary: £47.00 Hourly
Salary Type: Hourly
Contract: Temporary, Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in social care, steering towards meaningful change and positive outcomes for children? This exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Children's Social Work Team Manager in Medway, Kent. With a competitive hourly rate of £47.00, this ongoing locum role offers flexibility with both full time and part time options to suit your lifestyle.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the freedom to choose between full or part-time hours, giving you control over your work-life balance.
• Competitive Pay: As a locum, earn an hourly rate that recognises your expertise and dedication.
• Professional Growth: Access continuous professional development and training resources to advance your career.
• Work-Life Flexibility: Embrace a flexible schedule that accommodates personal commitments.

What you will do

• Lead and manage a team of Social Workers, offering effective supervision and case oversight, alongside providing coaching and professional challenge to maintain high standards of practice.
• Oversee the management of complex cases involving Children in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings, and children who are looked after, ensuring proactive measures are taken to safeguard their well-being.
• Quality assure assessments, SMART plans, statutory visits, case recordings, and decision-making, ensuring work is targeted, evidence-based, and impactful for children and families.
• Ensure timely statutory interventions where necessary, including child protection planning, Public Law Outline processes, court proceedings, and care arrangements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Possess a recognised Social Work qualification, such as a Degree in Social Work, PGDip/PGCert Social Work, CQSW, or DipSW.
• Demonstrable post-qualifying professional development in children's social care and management is essential.

Registration & Compliance

• Current registration with Social Work England is required.

Experience

• Bring significant frontline children's social work experience within a statutory local authority setting.
• Proven ability to supervise or manage Social Workers and handle complex caseloads.
• Experienced in Child in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings, and/or looked-after children's work is vital.

Living and working in Medway, Kent, offers a unique blend of charming countryside and vibrant urban life. Experience an enriching work environment and take advantage of the beautiful surroundings, rich history, and friendly community. Make your mark where the scope to learn and grow professionally is as abundant as the exceptional quality of life.