Social Work Deputy Team Manager - Child Protection/Court Team

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is offering a locum opportunity for a Deputy Team Manager in Bristol's Child Protection and Court Team. This full-time role provides leadership in complex casework, with responsibilities including team management and collaboration with external partners. Candidates should hold a degree in social work and have recent managerial experience in children's services. The position offers £28.72 per hour and a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Cultural and historical offerings during time off

Qualifications

• You must hold a degree or equivalent in social work with current Social Work England registration.
• Recent managerial experience in a social work setting is required.
• Frontline experience in Children's Services with direct team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide robust management support to the Child Protection/Court Team.
• Engage with complex casework to achieve positive outcomes.
• Manage and supervise team members, offering guidance and mentorship.
• Work closely with external partners in child protection matters.
• Oversee court processes and represent the team in legal settings.

Skills

Leadership skills

Engagement with complex casework

Team management

Education

Degree in social work with current Social Work England registration

Job description

Social Work Deputy Team Manager - Child Protection/Court Team

Location: Bristol, UK. Type: Locum/Full-time equivalent. Rate: £28.72 per hour. Contract: ongoing.

Exciting locum opportunity available for a Deputy Team Manager within the Child Protection and Court Team in Bristol. This full-time role offers an hourly rate of £28.72 and the opportunity for an ongoing contract. If you're looking for a dynamic position where you can use your leadership skills to make a real difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Perks and benefits:

• Flexible work schedule as a locum.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to enjoy Bristol’s cultural and historical offerings during time off.

What you will do:

• Provide robust management support to the Child Protection/Court Team to ensure high-quality service delivery and performance.
• Engage with complex casework to support the team in achieving positive outcomes for children and families.
• Manage and supervise team members, providing guidance and mentorship to advance their professional growth.
• Work closely with external partners and stakeholders to ensure collaborative approaches in child protection and court matters.
• Oversee court processes and represent the team in legal settings when necessary.

Requirements of the Deputy Team Manager:

• You must hold a degree or equivalent in social work with current Social Work England registration.
• Recent managerial experience, such as working as a Team Manager, Deputy Team Manager, or Assistant Team Manager, is required.
• Significant frontline experience in Children's Services, particularly in roles involving direct team leadership.

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