Children in Care Team Manager

Leaders in Care; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Team Manager for their Children in Care service in the South West of England. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for experienced ATMs or advanced practitioners looking to step into leadership. With a focus on in-house progression, you'll lead a dedicated team of social workers, directly impacting the lives of children in care and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children. The council provides excellent support, flexible working options, and a generous benefits package including welcome and retention payments, making it an ideal environment for professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Welcome payment of £5,000

Annual retention payment of £3,000

Relocation package up to £8,000

Flexible working options

Generous annual leave starting at 25.5 days

Qualifications

• Experience in team management or advanced practitioner roles.
• Registered with Social Work England.

Responsibilities

• Lead a close-knit team working with children in care.
• Support advanced practitioners in developing leadership skills.

Skills

Team Management

Social Work

Leadership

Education

Social Work Qualification

Job description

Children in Care | Flexible Working | £8k welcome & retention | Perm Snr Management | £8k Relocation

Are you currently an experienced ATM or Advanced Prac looking to make the step up to Team Manager?

This is the perfect opportunity to join a highly regarded council in the South West of England, known for in-house progression and offering excellent support to their staff.

This role is in their Children in Care service, where you will become part of a close-knit team made up of a Team Manager and Social Workers who work directly with children in care and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC).

Although being an experienced manager is a benefit, the council is happy to consider experienced and supportive advanced practitioners who can develop into the leadership role and continue to progress their career.

Salaries range from £50,788 - £52,805

The package includes:

• welcome payment of £5,000
• an annual retention payment of £3,000
• a relocation package of up to £8,000
• Flexible working options available, providing a healthy work-life balance
• generous annual leave starting at 25.5 days and increasing to 30.5 days after five years, with the ability to purchase 10 additional days per year for added flexibility

If this sounds like it's for you or you'd like more information, don't hesitate to reach out to Chris on 07897 024978. Alternatively, just send your up-to-date CV to [e-mail]

As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.