Fostering Assessments Team Lead

Lancashire County Council; Preston; Híbrido; GBP 53.000 - 57.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Induction programme

Ongoing training and development

Advanced Practitioners support

Research and evidence-informedpractice

Leadership development

Descripción de la vacante

Lancashire County Council is seeking an experienced social work leader to join as Team Manager in the Fostering Assessment Service in Preston, Lancashire. You will guide a skilled team, promoting high-quality fostering assessments and best outcomes for children and families, with hybrid working and supportive management.

The role emphasizes leadership, professional development, and collaboration with partners to safeguard children and secure appropriate homes, with DBS and SWE registration

Formación

• Experience leading social work teams.
• Strong leadership and management capability.
• Commitment to strengths-based and relationship-focused practice.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and high standards.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop a high-performing Fostering Assessment Team.
• Promote high-quality, strengths-based fostering assessments.
• Support applicants through assessment for best outcomes.
• Foster a positive, reflective team culture with coaching and supervision.
• Collaborate with partners to safeguard children and ensure suitable homes.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Management

Child welfare

Relationship-based practice

Educación

Registered Social Worker

Descripción del empleo

Lancashire County Council is seeking an experienced social work leader to join as Team Manager in the Fostering Assessment Service in Preston, Lancashire. You will guide a skilled team, promoting high-quality fostering assessments and best outcomes for children and families, with hybrid working and supportive management.

The role emphasizes leadership, professional development, and collaboration with partners to safeguard children and secure appropriate homes, with DBS and SWE registration