Team Leader, Stability Provision — Children in Care

Gloucestershire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking a Team Leader to lead the Support Team within the Stability Provision for Children in Care. You will manage day-to-day operations, supervise staff, and work with social work teams, carers and partner agencies to secure stable, nurturing outcomes for children in care.

The role requires effective leadership, collaboration and a commitment to innovative support services, with opportunities to develop practice across the provision.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a team of carers/assistants is desirable.
• Strong collaboration with multi-agency partners and social work teams.
• Ability to develop and embed high-quality operational practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Support Team within the Stability Provision.
• Provide day-to-day management and supervision.
• Ensure high-quality supervision and professional development for team members.
• Represent the team in multi-agency forums and partnership meetings.
• Support life story work for children and promote stability for children in care.

Job description

Gloucestershire County Council is seeking a Team Leader to lead the Support Team within the Stability Provision for Children in Care. You will manage day-to-day operations, supervise staff, and work with social work teams, carers and partner agencies to secure stable, nurturing outcomes for children in care.

The role requires effective leadership, collaboration and a commitment to innovative support services, with opportunities to develop practice across the provision.