Social Work Team Manager - Family Help Team - Redbridge - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 69,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative social services organization is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Family Help Team in a vibrant London borough. This full-time role offers a salary of £68,181 annually, focusing on leading a dedicated team of social workers, enhancing service delivery, and fostering collaboration. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a commitment to community well-being.

Benefits

Permanent employment

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible work policies

Supportive team environment

Community impact

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading and supervising teams of social workers.
• Proven ability in casework management and safeguarding standards.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and service development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of social workers.
• Oversee casework management for effective service delivery.
• Contribute to strategic planning focusing on family needs.
• Collaborate with external agencies for comprehensive support.
• Ensure compliance with statutory standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strategic planning

Collaborative relationships

Casework management

Quality assurance

Job description

Social Work Team Manager – Family Help Team

We are seeking an innovative Social Work Team Manager to join our dynamic Family Help Team in a vibrant London borough (Redbridge). This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone looking to make a significant impact in a borough known for its commitment to community well-being and proactive social services. You’ll bring leadership skills to a dedicated team of social workers, earning £68,181 annually in this permanent, full‑time position. This role is suited for an individual eager to enhance their strategic planning and service delivery skills while fostering strong collaborative relationships across sectors.

Perks and benefits:

• Permanent employment: Enjoy the stability and security of a permanent position.
• Professional growth: We are dedicated to your career development through ongoing training and learning opportunities.
• Work‑life balance: Our flexible work policies help you manage your personal and professional life effectively.
• Collaborative environment: Be part of a supportive team that values communication and teamwork.
• Impact: Make a real difference in the community you serve, supporting families and shaping service development.

What you will do:

• Lead and supervise a team of social workers, offering guidance and professional development to ensure high‑quality service delivery.
• Oversee casework management, ensuring assessments, plans, and interventions meet safeguarding standards and are delivered effectively.
• Contribute to strategic planning and service development, focusing on early intervention strategies and family needs.
• Collaborate with external agencies such as health, education, and police to provide comprehensive support for families, leading multi‑agency meetings.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with statutory standards, conducting audits to maintain high service quality and safeguarding.
• Promote a learning culture within the team by facilitating training and supporting professional growth.

Contact: This Social Worker job is advertised by Stefan Garrett; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. We welcome applications from any experienced Social Work candidate with experience as a Newly Qualified, Social Worker, Practitioner, Assistant Team Manager, Team Manager, Head of Service or Director.

Regretfully we are only able to respond to experienced Social Work applicants who meet these requirements for this Permanent Social Work role as we need to meet our clients’ requirements, but please feel free to browse our open roles that may be more suitable for you.

Discover a fulfilling career in a borough that offers a blend of urban excitement and suburban peace, surrounded by parks and excellent transport links. Join us and be part of a community where innovation in social work thrives and your contributions lead to meaningful change.

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