Lead Child & Family Social Work Team (Locum)

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Ilford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in social work is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Children’s & Families sector in Ilford. This full-time, ongoing position offers a competitive hourly rate of £46.44. The successful candidate will lead a team focused on safeguarding and delivering transformative social care. Responsibilities include overseeing case management, implementing support models, and collaborating with agencies. Ideal applicants will have a social work degree, managerial experience, and a commitment to supporting at-risk youth. Join us in shaping the future today!

Benefits

Flexibility in locum work

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Current registration with Social Work England required.
• Recent managerial experience as a Team Manager or similar.
• Substantial frontline experience in Children’s Services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a skilled team of SET practitioners.
• Shape and promote the SET service across the council.
• Implement and embed the Family Help Model.
• Monitor emerging risks and trends in exploitation.
• Oversee complex case management including Child Protection.
• Collaborate with agencies to develop safeguarding strategies.
• Promote the team's TEDDS approach.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Collaboration

Safeguarding

Crisis Management

Education

Degree or equivalent in social work

Job description

A leading agency in social work is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Children’s & Families sector in Ilford. This full-time, ongoing position offers a competitive hourly rate of £46.44. The successful candidate will lead a team focused on safeguarding and delivering transformative social care. Responsibilities include overseeing case management, implementing support models, and collaborating with agencies. Ideal applicants will have a social work degree, managerial experience, and a commitment to supporting at-risk youth. Join us in shaping the future today!