Social Work Team Manager - Leaving Care

Sanctuary Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Professional development

Career progression

Lifestyle in Shropshire

Job summary

Shropshire Council is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Leaving Care team. Lead a dynamic group and support care leavers aged 18 to 25 across Shropshire, in an ongoing locum role with a competitive hourly rate of £41.42.

You will supervise a diverse team, ensure statutory pathway planning, and collaborate with partners to improve local services while overseeing the budget and entitlements for care leavers.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in social work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Recent managerial experience in social care teams.
• Extensive frontline experience in Children's Services.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Leaving Care Team and supervise care leavers aged 18 to 25.
• Supervise a team of seven PAs, a care-experienced apprentice, and a housing officer.
• Ensure quality assurance of key documents and assessments.
• Provide performance oversight by attending weekly meetings.
• Collaborate with partners to review the local offer and corporate parenting.
• Oversee the team budget and care leaver entitlements.
• Oversee participation offer via the care leaver participation worker.
• Act as duty manager for CLA and UASC services.

Job description

Team Manager – Leaving Care Children Looked After – Shropshire Council £41.42 per hour – Ongoing

Do you have a knack for leadership, a passion for social work, and a heart for supporting young people? Shropshire Council is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Leaving Care team. Lead a dynamic team and make a lasting difference for care leavers aged 18 to 25 in the picturesque surroundings of Shropshire. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £41.42.

Perks and benefits:

• Enjoy the flexibility that comes with locum work, allowing you to balance professional growth with personal commitments.
• Gain invaluable experience managing a team dedicated to positive outcomes for care leavers.
• Benefit from being part of a supportive network at Shropshire Council, with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture and natural beauty that Shropshire has to offer, making it a wonderful place to both work and live.

What you will do:

• Manage the Leaving Care Team, ensuring all care leavers aged 18 to 25 receive supervision every eight weeks.
• Supervise a team comprising seven PAs, a care-experienced apprentice, and a housing officer.
• Ensure the quality assurance of key documents and assessments while supporting PAs with statutory pathway planning requirements.
• Provide performance oversight by attending weekly meetings to share data and plan remedies for outstanding tasks.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the partnership to review and update the local offer and maintain corporate parenting responsibilities.
• Oversee the team budget, focusing on allocating the setting up home grant and ensuring care leaver entitlements.
• Support and oversee the participation offer for care leavers, through direct supervision of the care leaver participation worker.
• Act as a duty manager for the Children Looked After (CLA) and Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) Service, covering annual leave and staff sickness.

Requirements of the Team Manager:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in social work.
• Current registration with Social Work England.
• Recent managerial experience in roles such as Team Manager, Deputy Team Manager, or Assistant Team Manager.
• Extensive frontline experience within Children's Services, particularly in team management.

Working for Shropshire Council means you will enjoy the blend of modern, innovative practice in a county rich in history and stunning landscapes. From the bustling market towns to the serene countryside, Shropshire offers a unique balance for those seeking a fulfilling career and an exceptional quality of life. Join us and contribute to shaping a brighter future for care leavers as you elevate your career in social work management.