Social Work Team Manager - Child Protection Team - Tower Hamlets - Sanctuary Personal

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency for social work roles is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Long Term Child Protection Team. This position offers a competitive rate of £43.25 per hour, providing the opportunity to lead a team and make a significant impact in children's lives. Ideal candidates should have experience in managerial roles within Children's Services and hold Social Work England registration. The role is based in Tower Hamlets, an area known for its vibrant community and excellent transport links.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Flexibility in work

Career development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in social work.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Demonstrable experience in managerial roles in social work.
• Extensive frontline experience in Children’s Services.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of social workers.
• Build and maintain partnerships with external agencies.
• Oversee quality of documentation and reports.
• Monitor team performance and implement improvements.
• Provide supervision and guidance to staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in social work or equivalent

Job description

Social Work Team Manager – Child Protection Team

If you are looking to make a real impact in children’s lives and enjoy the flexibility of locum work, then this exciting opportunity as a Social Work Team Manager within the Long Term Child Protection Team could be your perfect fit. Based in the vibrant Tower Hamlets area, you will earn £43.25 per hour on an ongoing contract and work full-time hours.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive hourly rate allowing for a better work-life balance and financial gains.
• Flexibility to enhance your skills across different settings and career development.
• Opportunity to work within a diverse and innovative team known for its supportive culture.
• Local culture of Tower Hamlets with its lively markets, parks, and dynamic community spirit.

What you will do

• Lead, manage, and motivate a team of social workers to ensure effective service delivery for children and families.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with external agencies, ensuring coordinated multi-agency work.
• Oversee and ensure quality of all documentation and reports related to child protection cases.
• Monitor and evaluate team performance, implementing improvements to ensure service excellence.
• Provide regular supervision and guidance to staff, developing their skills and competencies in line with best practices.

Requirements of the Team Manager

• Hold a degree or equivalent qualification in social work.
• Current Social Work England registration.
• Demonstrable experience in managerial roles such as Team Manager, Deputy Team Manager, or Assistant Team Manager.
• Extensive frontline experience in Children’s Services working as a Team Manager.

With its excellent transport links, a host of cultural attractions, and a thriving community, Tower Hamlets is an incredible place to work and live. Its diverse community offers rich cultural experiences, and you’ll be at the heart of the vibrant East End of London, providing endless adventures and opportunities to explore. Make your mark with this dynamic locum role today!

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