Children's Team Manager

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Regular supervision

Supportive management

Accessible offices

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd is seeking a Social Worker to join a Fostering Team in England. The role requires a Social Work qualification with a minimum of 3 years post-qualifying experience in children's services, with a focus on fostering.

The post offers hybrid working, £41.58 per hour umbrella (PAYE options), regular supervision, and supportive leadership. A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are essential to visit carers and children across the region.

Qualifications

• This is a Social Work degree and post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work.
• Experience in fostering is essential for the role.
• A valid UK driving licence and vehicle are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and coaching to foster carers to ensure safe, stable, high-quality care.
• Complete assessments and reports in line with policy and standards.
• Collaborate with multi-agency professionals to promote each child's well-being.
• Act as advocate and liaison between carers, the agency, and support networks.

Job description

We are looking for a Social Worker to join a Fostering Team.

This role requires a Social Work Qualification with a minimum of 3 years post qualified experience in permanent contract/s.

About the team

This team is responsible for supporting, guiding, and overseeing foster carers to ensure that children receive safe, stable, and high-quality care.

They provide regular supervision and coaching to carers, helping them develop their skills and address challenges effectively.

The role also involves ensuring compliance with relevant policies and standards, completing assessments and reports, and working collaboratively with multi-agency professionals to promote each child's well-being.

Ultimately, the team serves as both an advocate and a vital link between carers, the agency, and wider support networks.

About you

A degree within Social Work (Degree/DipDW/CQSW) with post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Work.

A successful candidate will have extensive experience in a fostering setting is key for this position.

A valid UK driving licences and vehicle is essential for this role.

What's on offer?

£41.58 per hour umbrella (PAYE payment options available also) Hybrid working scheme Regular supervision offered Stable senior leadership Monitored caseloads through supportive management Easily accessible offices For more information, please get in contact Josh Sipson

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