Team Manager – Cared For Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Torquay; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Locum Variety

Professional Exposure

Career Development

Supportive Team

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting for a Team Manager in Torbay. Lead and supervise Social Workers overseeing looked after children and care planning, ensuring statutory visits and care plans are completed on time and to a high standard.

The role offers flexible Full Time/Part Time employment, with ongoing professional development and a supportive team. Be part of delivering outstanding care in a beautiful coastal setting.

Qualifications

• Leadership and management experience in social care settings.
• Evidence of ongoing management/leadership development.
• Desirable: Practice Educator, ILM Leadership qualification or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and support Social Workers managing looked after children and care planning responsibilities.
• Ensure statutory visits, reviews, assessments and care plans meet timescales and quality standards.
• Provide reflective supervision, case direction and professional development support.
• Oversee permanence planning including reunification, long-term fostering, SGOs and adoption planning where appropriate.
• Manage complex safeguarding concerns, placement stability issues and risks affecting children in care.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Reflective supervision

Case direction

Education

Degree in Social Work

CQSW or DipSW

Management training

Job description

Dive into this exciting opportunity in Torbay with the Cared For Team, where your leadership and expertise can shine. As a Team Manager, you will earn £45.00 per hour and have the flexibility of Full Time/Part Time employment. This ongoing role offers you the chance to make a real difference in the lives of looked after children while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Torbay.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexible Working: Flexibility to work Full Time or Part Time, allowing you to maintain a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
• Locum Variety: Experience the variety of working as a locum, where each day can bring new challenges and rewards.
• Professional Exposure: Gain valuable exposure to different cases and broaden your professional experience.
• Career Development: Opportunities for career development and training to enhance your skill set and advance in your career.
• Supportive Team: Be part of a vibrant and supportive team who share a common goal of delivering outstanding care.

What you will do:

• Lead, supervise, and support Social Workers managing looked after children and care planning responsibilities, ensuring high standards are met.
• Ensure statutory visits, reviews, assessments, and care plans are completed within required timescales and quality standards.
• Provide reflective supervision, case direction, and professional development support to team members.
• Oversee permanence planning, including reunification, long-term fostering, Special Guardianship Orders, and adoption planning where appropriate.
• Manage complex safeguarding concerns, placement stability issues, and risks affecting children in care.

Person Specification:

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or an equivalent recognised Social Work qualification.
• Evidence of ongoing management and leadership development.
• Practice Educator, ILM Leadership qualification, or equivalent management training is desirable.

Registration & Compliance

• Current registration with Social Work England is essential.

Experience

• Significant post-qualification experience within Children’s Social Care.
• Substantial experience working with Looked After Children/Cared For Children services.
• Previous experience supervising or managing social work staff within a local authority environment.
• Experience in managing complex safeguarding and permanence cases.

Living and working in Torbay offers you a unique blend of coastal charm and professional satisfaction. With stunning coastline, quaint villages, and a friendly community, Torbay provides a perfect backdrop for your next career move. Dive in and make a splash as you lead the team to success!