Social Work Team Manager - Specialist Exploitation Team - Ilford - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Ilford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work agency is looking for a Social Work Team Manager for their Specialist Exploitation Team in Ilford, United Kingdom. In this role, you will lead a skilled team to ensure outstanding support and interventions for young people dealing with exploitation. You’ll collaborate with various agencies to develop prevention strategies and manage complex cases, while promoting a holistic support model. Enjoy flexible working hours and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Flexibility around start and finish times

Professional development opportunities

Working with a passionate and driven team

Qualifications

• Experienced Social Work Team Managers with a passion for tackling exploitation are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a skilled team of Specialist Exploitation Team practitioners.
• Shape and promote the SET service across the council.
• Implement and embed the Family Help Model for holistic support.
• Monitor emerging risks and trends in exploitation across Redbridge.
• Oversee complex case management, including Child in Need and Child Protection.
• Collaborate with specialist agencies for safeguarding strategies.
• Promote the team’s TEDDS approach.

Job description

Job Title

Social Work Team Manager – Specialist Exploitation Team Within Specialist Exploitation

Contract Type

Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

Working Hours

Core hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday

Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where you can truly lead and make a difference. Are you ready to take on a role where innovation meets compassion?

Perks and Benefits

Flexibility around start and finish times is available. You could work 8am to 6pm for four days a week, or perhaps prefer an 8am to 4pm routine – the choice is yours!

Enjoy the best of both worlds with part-time options considered and a balanced work-life scenario.

You’ll also have access to professional development opportunities to keep your skills sharp.

Don’t forget the added bonus of working with a passionate and driven team!

What You Will Do

Lead and develop a skilled team of Specialist Exploitation Team (SET) practitioners, ensuring they are empowered, supported, and delivering outstanding interventions.

Shape and promote the SET service across the council and with key stakeholders, positioning it as a leading model for tackling exploitation.

Implement and embed the Family Help Model, ensuring young people and families receive tailored, holistic support.

Monitor emerging risks and trends in exploitation across Redbridge, ensuring we stay one step ahead in protecting young people.

Oversee complex case management, including Child in Need, Child Protection, and Court work, supporting young people at the edge of care.

Collaborate with specialist agencies, police, education, and health services to develop robust, preventative strategies for safeguarding.

Promote and embed the team’s TEDDS approach – Trust, Engage, Deter, Divert and achieve success.

Why Ilford?

Ilford is a vibrant place to live and work, offering a fantastic blend of cultures, cuisines and entertainment. With excellent transport links to London, you can enjoy the buzz of the city while having the tranquillity of suburban life at your doorstep. Join us in making a real impact in a community that is constantly growing and evolving.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Note

Experienced Social Work Team Managers with a passion for tackling exploitation are encouraged to apply now and lead meaningful change within a forward-thinking Specialist Exploitation Team.