Social Work Team Manager - Child Protection Team - St Helens - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; St Helens; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Child Protection Team in St Helens. This full-time locum role, offering £52.86 per hour, invites an experienced professional to lead a dedicated team, manage complex caseloads, and collaborate with external agencies to ensure children’s safety and well-being. The position provides professional development opportunities and a flexible work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working as a locum

Competitive hourly rate

Professional development opportunities

Networking opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Significant experience in social work and team management required.
• Knowledge of child protection guidelines and regulations is essential.
• Ability to develop tailored support plans for families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of dedicated social workers.
• Oversee complex caseloads ensuring children's safety.
• Develop and implement support plans for children and families.
• Collaborate with external agencies for comprehensive support.
• Provide guidance and supervision to team members.

Skills

Team management

Child protection

Collaboration with external agencies

High-performance standards

Job description

Social Work Team Manager – Child Protection Team

Social Work Team Manager – Child Protection Team in St Helens, earning £52.86 Hourly for a full-time role over 3 months

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Work Team Manager to join the Child Protection Team in St Helens. Earning £52.86 hourly, this full-time locum position offers a unique opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic environment over three months.

Perks and benefits:

• Locum job: Enjoy the flexibility that comes with locum work, allowing you to balance your career with personal interests more effectively.
• Competitive hourly rate: At £52.86, your expertise and experience are well rewarded.
• Professional development: Gain exposure to a variety of cases and enhance your skills in a fast-paced setting.
• Networking opportunities: Work with a talented team of professionals and grow your connections within the social work community.
• Work-life balance: As a locum, you’ll have more control over your schedule, fostering a healthier work-life equilibrium.

What you will do:

• Lead and manage a team of dedicated social workers and an assistant team manager.
• Oversee complex and varied caseloads, ensuring the safety and well-being of children under protection.
• Develop and implement support plans tailored to the specific needs of children and families.
• Collaborate with external agencies to provide comprehensive support and resources.
• Maintain high-performance standards, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and regulations.
• Provide guidance and supervision to team members, fostering professional growth and development.

St Helens offers a fantastic setting for this impactful work, blending picturesque landscapes with a vibrant community feel. With excellent transport links and a rich local culture, St Helens is a great place to live and work, offering a friendly environment for both professional and personal development. Join us and make a real difference in the world of social work.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
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