Social Work Team Manager- Children In Care - Havering - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; North Weston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency in Gavering is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Children in Care Team. This full-time role offers a competitive rate of £45.20 per hour and hybrid working conditions. The successful candidate will manage complex cases and support the team in delivering high-quality care. Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and have at least 2 years’ experience in social work with children and families. Enjoy the flexibility of locum work and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Locum Flexibility

Hybrid Working Model

Development and Training Opportunities

Convenient Location

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in social work with children and families.
• Proven experience in assessments and statutory work.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex cases within the Children in Care Team.
• Support the Group Manager in maintaining high standards.
• Influence service provision and strategic initiatives.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to the team.

Skills

Social Work registration

Experience in social work with children

Leadership and mentoring

Job description

Overview

Social Work Team Manager – Children in Care Team – Gavering, UK – £45.20 per hour – Ongoing, Full-time

Are you ready to take on a dynamic and rewarding role in Gavering? As a Social Work Team Manager within the Children in Care Team, you will earn a competitive hourly rate of £45.20. This is an ongoing locum opportunity that provides flexibility and the chance to make a real impact in the community. With a hybrid working model, you’ll enjoy the best of both worlds, balancing remote work with essential days in our modern Town Hall in the heart of Romford.

What you will do

• Manage a caseload of complex and challenging cases, providing your expertise in care proceedings and children looked after.
• Support the Group Manager in maintaining and developing high standards across the Children in Care Team.
• Represent the service in developing key service provision and strategic initiatives, influencing positive change.
• Provide leadership through coaching and mentoring within the team, ensuring effective case management and high-quality written work.

Our Support Network

You’ll be part of a well-supported team environment, with access to two permanent consultant social workers, systemic practitioners, and robust HR support. The team layout includes every resource you need for success, including an Assistant Practitioner dedicated to complex casework support.

Working Model

Embrace a hybrid approach with flexible work arrangements, involving working from our Town Hall campus and home. We encourage face-to-face collaboration because we understand its importance to social work and in meetings with children and families.

Requirements

• Social Work England registration
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in social work with children and families, including assessments and statutory work

Location & Benefits

Location: Town Hall campus in Romford; 18 minutes from London Liverpool Street Station.

Perks and Benefits:

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and autonomy that comes with locum work, allowing you to shape your career path.
• Hybrid Working Model: Increased work-life balance with a mixture of remote and on-site working.
• Development and Training Opportunities: Access to our systemic training and development pathway to continually enhance your skills.
• Convenient Location: Romford Town Hall campus with easy access for commuters.

About Havering and Sanctuary

Why Havering? Gavering offers a blend of urban convenience and local character with excellent transport links. Discover professional satisfaction and lifestyle benefits.

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