Social Work Team Leader - Safeguarding Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency for social work seeks a Social Work Team Leader in Kingston upon Thames. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £44.60. You will lead a dedicated team ensuring high-quality safeguarding interventions for children and families. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of social services and demonstrated leadership skills. Enjoy flexibility, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Flexibility and variety

Enhanced professional development

Supportive work environment

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a social work environment.
• Significant frontline experience in social services.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of social workers for high-quality service.
• Coordinate safeguarding assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners on safeguarding plans.
• Supervise and support team members for professional growth.
• Contribute to management meetings and service development.

Skills

Team leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Collaboration with agencies

Education

Degree or equivalent in social work

Social Work England registration

Job description

Overview

Location: Kingston upon Thames, London, Greater London, England, SW15. Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an experienced Social Work Team Leader for an ongoing full-time locum position in the Safeguarding Team (Kingston & Richmond). The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £44.60 and an opportunity to lead a team dedicated to safeguarding children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of social workers within the Safeguarding Team, ensuring high-quality service delivery and adherence to best practices.
• Coordinate and oversee safeguarding assessments, ensuring timely and effective intervention for children and families.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to develop and implement safeguarding plans.
• Provide supervision, support, and guidance to team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring robust performance management.
• Attend and contribute to management meetings, using your expertise to inform service development and improvement.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent in social work.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Significant frontline experience in social services within the UK, demonstrating a strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and frameworks.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate: £44.60 per hour.
• Flexibility and variety: Locum work allows a diverse range of experiences and assignments.
• Enhanced professional development: Regular training and development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment: A team that values collaboration and mutual support.
• Networking opportunities: Opportunities to connect with professionals across the social work field.

About Sanctuary Personnel

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