Social Work Team Lead: Safeguarding & Complex Cases

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Work-life balance

Employee support

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Hampshire County Council's social work team at Basingstoke Hospital is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to lead a small team of Senior Case Workers and Social Workers, manage a complex caseload, and ensure high standards of safeguarding and service delivery.

You will oversee risk assessments, support the duty function, and deputise for the Team Manager, while contributing to strategic planning and staff supervision. SWE registration and a strong background in safeguarding are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England (SWE).
• Experience in safeguarding, complex case work and resource allocation.
• Ability to manage and support a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Senior Case Workers and Social Workers.
• Handle a small, complex caseload.
• Assess risk.
• Support the duty function and deputise for the Team Manager.
• Assist in strategic planning and service delivery.
• Provide regular supervision and support to team members.

Skills

Team leadership

Case management

Risk assessment

Strategic planning

Supervision

Education

SWE registration / Social Work qualification

Job description

Hampshire County Council's social work team at Basingstoke Hospital is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to lead a small team of Senior Case Workers and Social Workers, manage a complex caseload, and ensure high standards of safeguarding and service delivery.

You will oversee risk assessments, support the duty function, and deputise for the Team Manager, while contributing to strategic planning and staff supervision. SWE registration and a strong background in safeguarding are essential.