Team Manager - Care Leavers & UASC

London Borough of Lewisham; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking a Team Manager to lead a dynamic team focused on support for Children Looked After and Care Leavers. In this role, you will oversee and manage social workers and personal advisors, ensuring effective interventions for young people transitioning out of care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in statutory social work, leadership capability, and experience with vulnerable populations. Competitive salary package and professional development opportunities available.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlement

Local Government Pension scheme

Flexible working policies

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with Children Looked After and Care Leavers.
• Knowledge of current childcare legislation and practice.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team providing support to vulnerable children and young people.
• Ensure effective case/pathway planning and reviews.
• Contribute to the development of social work practice in Lewisham.

Skills

Safeguarding

Statutory social work

Supervision and management

Curious approach

Trauma-informed practice

Education

Social work qualification

Job description

A local authority in England is seeking a Team Manager to lead a dynamic team focused on support for Children Looked After and Care Leavers. In this role, you will oversee and manage social workers and personal advisors, ensuring effective interventions for young people transitioning out of care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in statutory social work, leadership capability, and experience with vulnerable populations. Competitive salary package and professional development opportunities available.