Social Work Team Manager - Safeguarding Team

Sanctuary Personnel Limited; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 118,680,000 - 118,722,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Hybrid working

Competitive pay

Career development

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel Limited is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Safeguarding Team in Walsall, UK. This locum, full-time role offers £41.42 per hour for a 3-month period, with office presence three days a week and two days from home.

You will lead a team of social workers and practitioners, oversee assessments, care planning, reviews and child protection activities, ensuring statutory timescales are met, and work with partner agencies to secure best outcomes for children and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and support a dynamic team of Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, ASYEs and Trainee Social Workers to deliver safeguarding services.
• Oversee assessments, care planning, reviews, and interventions, ensuring statutory timescales are adhered to with precision.
• Manage Family Help and Child Protection plans, including pre-proceedings and court proceedings for enhanced child and family safeguarding.
• Provide safeguarding oversight while making complex decisions to improve outcomes for children and families.
• Monitor team performance through regular supervision, audits, quality assurance, and performance management.
• Engage collaboratively with partner agencies to implement effective multi-agency support and strategic planning.
• Maximise resource management and ensure efficient use of delegated budgets to guarantee value for money.

Job description

Job Title: Social Work Team Manager – Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Social Work
Location: Walsall, UK
Salary: £41.42 per hour
Type: Full-time locum, 3 months

Exciting opportunity alert! We are seeking a Social Work Team Manager for our Safeguarding Team in Walsall, UK. This locum role offers an impressive hourly rate of £41.42ph for a 3-months period, providing you with the perfect blend of professional growth and flexibility. As a full-time position, you will be required to be present in the office three days per week, with the option to work from home for the remaining two days, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Perks and benefits

• Locum flexibility: Being a locum offers unmatched flexibility, enabling you to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle and career goals.
• Competitive pay: Enjoy competitive pay while gaining valuable experience across different challenges and opportunities.
• Hybrid working: Split your time between the office and home, offering the chance to work from the comfort of your own environment while reducing commuting stress and cost.
• Career development: Build your skill set in a supportive team while gaining exposure to different challenges and opportunities that contribute to your career advancement.

What you will do

• Lead, supervise and support a dynamic team of Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, ASYEs and Trainee Social Workers to deliver top-tier safeguarding services.
• Take charge of overseeing assessments, care planning, reviews, and interventions, ensuring all statutory timescales are adhered to with precision.
• Manage Family Help and Child Protection plans, including pre-proceedings and court proceedings for enhanced child and family safeguarding.
• Provide safeguarding oversight while making complex decisions to improve outcomes for children and families.
• Monitor team performance through regular supervision, audits, quality assurance, and performance management, maintaining high standards and consistent outcomes.
• Engage collaboratively with partner agencies to implement effective multi-agency support and strategic planning.
• Maximise resource management and ensure efficient use of delegated budgets to guarantee value for money.
• Assist in recruitment, induction, as well as training and development of the team, fostering growth and stability within the department.

Living and working in Walsall offers the unique blend of a thriving local community and a rich history, combined with modern amenities and easy access to nature. With excellent transport links, Walsall is a fantastic place to enhance your career while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. Join us in making a difference where it truly counts!