Lead CYPD Social Work Team: Safeguarding & Impact

Ackerman Pierce Ltd; Barking; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking an experienced Team Manager for Children & Young People with Disabilities in Barking & Dagenham. This full-time role involves leading a Social Work Team, delivering statutory safeguarding services, and ensuring compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Social Worker with management experience and a commitment to high-quality practice. Benefits include a competitive salary, relocation support, and extensive professional development opportunities.

Benefits

£2,500 Recruitment & Retention Allowance

Generous LGPS pension

Relocation support

Up to 30 days annual leave

Strong progression pathways

Extensive learning and development support

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with registration.
• Considerable experience in statutory safeguarding.
• Experience managing or supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the CYPD Social Work Team delivering statutory services.
• Provide reflective supervision and staff development.
• Ensure high-quality practice and performance monitoring.
• Allocate cases and oversee safeguarding plans.
• Chair complex strategy meetings.

Skills

Qualified Social Worker

Post-qualifying experience in statutory safeguarding

Management or supervisory experience

Understanding of legislation

Performance management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience in multi-agency meetings

IT literate

Education

Social Work England registration

Tools

Electronic case management systems

Job description

A local government organization is seeking an experienced Team Manager for Children & Young People with Disabilities in Barking & Dagenham. This full-time role involves leading a Social Work Team, delivering statutory safeguarding services, and ensuring compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Social Worker with management experience and a commitment to high-quality practice. Benefits include a competitive salary, relocation support, and extensive professional development opportunities.