Children's Social Work Team Manager - Adolescent Team - Croydon - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personnel agency is seeking a Children’s Social Work Team Manager for the Adolescent Team in Croydon. This pivotal role involves managing social workers to ensure high-quality practice and delivery for young people. The successful candidate will hold a HCPC-recognised qualification and have experience in managing complex cases. This position offers competitive pay and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive hourly rate

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of children’s social care legislation, guidance, and best practices.
• Proven experience managing high-risk and complex cases.
• Track record in leading operational performance and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of social workers.
• Champion best practices in social work.
• Provide advice and guidance to staff and partner agencies.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and policy standards.

Skills

Strong leadership and decision-making skills

Knowledge of children’s social care legislation

Emotional intelligence and resilience

Education

HCPC-recognised Social Work qualification

Job description

Children’s Social Work Team Manager – Adolescent Team

Children’s Social Work Team Manager – Adolescent Team
Location: Croydon, UK
Hourly Rate: £45.20
Contract: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Team Manager to lead the Adolescent Team within Children’s Social Care in Croydon. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role, shaping high-quality practice and service delivery for young people and families. Whether you’re looking for full-time consistency or part-time flexibility, this role offers the chance to grow your leadership career while making a real impact.

Perks and benefits:

Flexible working hours – choose full-time or part-time to fit your lifestyle

Competitive hourly rate of £45.20, reflecting your expertise

Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and continuous professional development

Opportunities to influence strategic practice improvements

Work in a vibrant, diverse borough with excellent amenities and community spirit

What you will do:

Lead and manage a team of social workers, encouraging a culture of learning, development, and accountability

Champion best practices in social work, embedding a strengths-based and outcome-focused approach

Provide high-level advice and guidance to staff and partner agencies

Oversee timely and effective assessments, care planning, and interventions that prioritise child safety and well-being

Manage and allocate caseloads based on team capacity and case complexity

Ensure team compliance with statutory and policy standards, driving practice excellence

Contribute to the development and use of a robust quality assurance framework

Lead or participate in service development projects using project management principles

Keep up to date with emerging legislation, policy, and research relevant to adolescent care

What we’re looking for:

HCPC-recognised Social Work qualification

Demonstrable knowledge of children’s social care legislation, guidance, and best practices

Proven experience managing high-risk and complex cases

Track record in leading operational performance and quality improvement

Understanding of outcomes-based quality assurance processes

Financial and budget planning awareness

Strong leadership and decision-making skills underpinned by emotional intelligence and resilience

Why work in Croydon?
Croydon offers a dynamic urban experience with easy access to London and surrounding areas. Known for its cultural diversity, green open spaces, and strong sense of community, it’s an ideal location for professionals who want to make a difference while enjoying a high quality of life.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency with an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews. We are dedicated to connecting skilled professionals with meaningful roles that reflect their values and expertise.

Ready to lead meaningful change and support young people through critical life stages? Apply now to take the next step in your leadership career.