Social Work Team Manager - Support and Safeguarding Team - Maidenhead - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work recruitment agency in Maidenhead is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for the Support and Safeguarding Team. The role involves managing and supervising a skilled team of social workers, ensuring robust compliance with statutory duties, and fostering a culture of development and wellbeing. With an attractive hourly salary of £47.50, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development

Networking Opportunities

Impactful Work

Qualifications

• Experience in social work management.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a team of social workers.
• Ensure compliance with child protection duties.
• Oversee the implementation of assessments and care proceedings.
• Promote reflective supervision and team development.
• Monitor team performance and casework quality.
• Liaise with internal and external agencies.
• Participate in strategic planning and service improvement.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Social Work Team Manager – Support and Safeguarding Team
Location: Windsor & Maidenhead, UK
Salary: £47.50 Hourly
Term: Ongoing, Full Time

Step into an exciting opportunity as a Social Work Team Manager within the Support and Safeguarding Team in Windsor & Maidenhead. With an attractive hourly salary of £47.50, this is a fantastic chance for seasoned social work professionals looking for a rewarding role in a vibrant community.

Benefits

• Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and premium rates that locum work offers. With no two days the same, you will benefit from a dynamic work environment.
• Flexible Schedule: Embrace the work-life balance with full-time and part-time options tailored to your preference.
• Professional Development: Opportunity for continuous professional growth with access to enhanced training programmes and support for career advancement.
• Networking: Expand your network by working alongside skilled professionals and various agencies.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to meaningful positive change and make a difference in the lives of children and families every day.

What you will do

• Manage, lead, and supervise a team of skilled social workers and support staff, working collaboratively with children and families who need support and safeguarding interventions.
• Ensure robust compliance with statutory duties and local procedures related to child protection, safeguarding, and looked-after children.
• Oversee the implementation of assessments, child protection plans, and care proceedings to ensure these are strengths-based and outcome-focused, fostering timely and effective practice.
• Promote a culture of reflective supervision and practice development within the team to ensure staff wellbeing, retention, and continuing development.
• Monitor team performance using quality assurance frameworks, ensuring casework that meets key performance indicators is regularly reviewed.
• Liaise expertly with internal and external agencies including health, education, police, and the voluntary sector to coordinate efforts and improve outcomes for children and families.
• Play an active role in strategic planning and service improvement activities.
• Make sure that case management decisions are well-documented, defensible, and informed by evidence.
• Manage complaints, incidents, and escalations professionally and in line with council policies and standards.

Windsor & Maidenhead

Windsor & Maidenhead is not just a workplace; it’s your new adventure! Enjoy the stunning blend of history, culture, and community spirit that makes this area such a wonderful place to live and work. From the iconic Windsor Castle to thriving local markets and excellent schools, this vibrant community offers the perfect setting for both personal and professional growth. Come be a part of something special – apply today for the Social Work Team Manager role and help shape the future of children’s services.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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