Social Work Team Manager

Portman Recruitment; Lancaster; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Team Manager for the EmPower Children's Team in Lancaster, UK. The role involves leading a passionate team and championing high-quality, trauma-informed practices in safeguarding young people. Candidates should have experience in safeguarding and a collaborative leadership style. This position requires attendance at the office three days a week, emphasizing a commitment to transforming outcomes for at-risk youth.

Qualifications

• Experience in safeguarding and a commitment to improving outcomes for young people at risk.
• Ability to lead with empathy and clarity.
• Prepared to influence change and inspire teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a skilled team to make a difference.
• Champion high-quality, trauma-informed practices.
• Shape the strategic direction of contextual safeguarding.

Skills

Leadership

Empathy

Collaborative spirit

Job description

Team Manager of EmPower Children's Team (Contextual Safeguarding)

MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND OFFICE (LANCASTER) 3 DAYS A WEEK

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role within our recently remodelled multi disciplinary, innovative service; one that is transforming how we safeguard young people facing risks outside the home

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a passionate, skilled team committed to making a difference.
• Champion high-quality, trauma-informed, relational and strengths-based practice.
• Play a key role in shaping the strategic direction of contextual safeguarding across the North.

Qualifications

• Brings experience in safeguarding and a passion and commitment to improving outcomes for young people at risk of exploitation.
• Leads with empathy, clarity, and a collaborative spirit.
• Is ready to influence change and drive ...