Social Work Deputy Team Manager - Fostering Team - Bolton - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected staffing agency seeks a Social Work Deputy Team Manager for the Fostering Team in Bolton. This full-time role involves leadership, recruitment oversight, and ensuring compliance with family placement legislation. The position offers an attractive rate of £40 per hour with flexible working arrangements. Join a vibrant community and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in need.

Benefits

Flexible work-from-home options

Free on-site parking

Opportunity to experience different work environments

Choice of assignments to suit lifestyle

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a team of social workers.
• In-depth understanding of fostering and family placement services.
• Up-to-date knowledge on legislation impacting family placement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Supervising Social Workers.
• Oversee the recruitment, assessment, support, and training of foster carers.
• Develop best practices for family placement services.

Skills

Supervision of social workers

Knowledge of family placement legislation

Team management

Recruitment and assessment

Job description

Social Work Deputy Team Manager – Fostering Team

Social Work Deputy Team Manager – Fostering Team – Bolton, £40 Hourly, Ongoing

Looking to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and supportive environment This is an exciting opportunity for a Social Work Deputy Team Manager within the Fostering Team located in Bolton. Offering a full-time position at 37 hours per week with an attractive rate of £40 per hour, this ongoing role combines flexibility and a rewarding career path in social work. Join us and step into a role where you can truly make a difference in the lives of children and families.

Perks and benefits:

• At Bolton, we believe in giving you the best of both worlds.
• Enjoy the flexibility of balancing work from home with office duties, all to meet the service’s needs.
• No more parking woes with free on-site parking that keeps life stress-free and easy.
• Being a locum also means you can experience different work environments, giving your CV a lucrative edge.
• Embrace the freedom of choosing assignments that suit your lifestyle and augment your skills.

What you will do:

• Lead and manage a team of Supervising Social Workers, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Oversee the recruitment, assessment, support, and training of prospective and current foster carers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on new legislation and guidance impacting family placement services.
• Supervise and review the performance of approved foster carers.
• Collaborate closely with the Fostering Team Manager and other team members to develop best practices for family placement.

Located in the Family Placement Unit and directly reporting to the Fostering Team Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and driving forward fostering services within Bolton. Your experience in supervising social workers and in-depth understanding of family placement legislation will be essential in fostering a supportive and efficient department.

Bolton provides a vibrant work-life balance, characterised by its welcoming community and cultural richness. From picturesque parks to lively markets, it offers an excellent quality of life with all the conveniences of city living nearby. Embrace the adventure of your social work journey in Bolton and make a lasting difference!

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