Team Manager Social Care - Family Help Service

Sanctuary Personnel; London; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency in Wandsworth is seeking a motivated Team Manager for the Social Care Family Help Service. This permanent position involves leading a skilled team, conducting assessments, and developing care plans for children facing complex challenges. The role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

31 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government pension scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in leading social care teams.
• Knowledge of statutory intervention processes.
• Skilled in assessments and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage family help teams.
• Conduct assessments for child protection cases.
• Develop care plans for children with complex needs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Child protection expertise

Intervention coordination

Education

Relevant social work qualification

Job description

Overview

Team Manager, Social Care - Family Help Service (Wandsworth, UK). Position Overview: Seeking a motivated and forward-thinking professional to join the Family Help Service as a Team Manager, Social Care. Permanent role based in the vibrant borough of Wandsworth, UK.

Salary and working arrangements:

• Competitive annual salary ranging from £57,939 to £68,515.
• Flexible working options available, including full-time and part-time arrangements.
• Flexible working: Choose full-time or part-time hours to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Generous leave entitlement: 31 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Local Government pension scheme: Secure and contributory pension to support your financial future.
• Employee discounts: Access to a range of discounts for leisure activities, dining, shopping, and more.
• Professional development: Continuous learning opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.

Why Wandsworth?

Enjoy working in a dynamic and diverse borough with vibrant communities and abundant green spaces. Experience a strong sense of community and professional support, fostering both career and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and manage a skilled team delivering high-quality and responsive family help and social work services.
• Serve as the lead professional in statutory interventions including child protection, care proceedings, and looked-after children cases.
• Conduct in-depth assessments of need and risk; coordinate multi-agency interventions for safeguarding children.
• Collaborate with health and social care professionals to promote the safety and welfare of children.
• Develop and deliver tailored care plans and support packages for children with complex needs.
• Represent the service in court proceedings, advocating for the best interests of children and ensuring robust legal protection.
• Strategically plan care for children who are unable to remain within their family environment due to safeguarding concerns.

Service Focus

Dedicated to supporting families with very young children, those experiencing chronic challenges such as domestic violence and mental health issues, and children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

Play a critical role in delivering transformative, impactful interventions to the community.

About Sanctuary Personnel

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