Social Work Team Leader

Pertemps; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local social care organization is seeking a Children's Social Work Team Manager to lead a dedicated team in London. You will manage social workers and care professionals, overseeing service quality and collaborating with various partners to ensure the best outcomes for children and families. The ideal candidate is a qualified social worker with strong management experience and a commitment to improving children's lives. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in statutory children’s services.
• Strong knowledge of legislation, policy, and best practice in social care.
• Skilled in leadership, supervision, and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of social workers and care professionals.
• Drive quality and performance across services.
• Oversee budgets and resources efficiently.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external partners.
• Take an active role in safeguarding and statutory reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Performance management

Knowledge of legislation

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Job description

Children's Social Work Team Manager

Are you ready to lead a passionate team making a real difference to children and families? I am looking for a Social Work Team Manager to join our dynamic Children and Young People’s Services team. This is your chance to shape services, inspire colleagues, and deliver life-changing support in one of London’s most vibrant boroughs.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage a team of social workers and care professionals, ensuring services meet the highest standards.
• Drive quality and performance, using data and insight to achieve measurable outcomes.
• Oversee budgets and resources, ensuring efficiency without compromising care.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external partners to deliver integrated services.
• Take an active role in safeguarding, statutory reviews, and child protection conferences.

About You

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.
• Proven management experience in statutory children’s services.
• Strong knowledge of legislation, policy, and best practice in social care.
• Skilled in leadership, supervision, and performance management.
• Committed to equality and passionate about improving outcomes for children and families.