Team Manager - UASC team - Birmingham

Eden Brown Synergy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Generous annual leave

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Eden Brown Synergy is seeking a Team Manager for the UASC team in Birmingham. You will lead a dedicated group, ensuring safeguarding and well-being of unaccompanied minors, and promote integration into the community.

Key duties include supervising staff, developing care plans, engaging with local authorities and NGOs, and monitoring intervention outcomes. A social work qualification and substantial leadership experience are essential, with strong communication throughout.

Qualifications

• A recognized social work qualification (CQSW, DipSW or equivalent).
• Significant experience working with children and young people, especially in UASC context.
• Strong leadership and management skills with ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the UASC team, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practices.
• Provide supervision and support to team members, fostering a positive working environment.
• Develop and implement care plans tailored to each unaccompanied minor.
• Engage with local authorities, NGOs and community organisations to improve service delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate interventions and adjust strategies to improve outcomes.

Skills

Social work leadership

Experience with children and young ppl

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Education

CQSW / DipSW or equivalent

Job description

Are you a passionate and dedicated social work professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Team Manager for our Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) team based in Birmingham. In this pivotal role, you will lead a dynamic team committed to providing high-quality support and safeguarding for unaccompanied minors, ensuring their well-being and integration into society.

As the Team Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the UASC team, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practices.
• Providing supervision and support to team members, fostering a positive and collaborative working environment.
• Developing and implementing care plans tailored to the unique needs of each child in your care.
• Engaging with external stakeholders, including local authorities, NGOs, and community organizations, to enhance service delivery.
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.

To be successful in this role, candidates must possess the following essential qualifications and skills:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Significant experience working with children and young people, particularly within the UASC context.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to child safeguarding and welfare.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development and training. You will also benefit from flexible working arrangements, a generous annual leave entitlement, and access to employee assistance programs. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children, we would love to hear from you!