Team Manager – Children’s Social Care

Salary: Up to £55,890 per annum
Additional Benefits: £2,000 annual retention payment, £2,000 Golden Hello, lease car option, and more
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid Working with Office Base

Why Join This Team?

This Children’s Social Care service values strong leadership, teamwork, and professional development, offering:

• Manageable Caseloads for your team members, allowing for high-quality support and interventions.
• Dedicated Reflective Supervision to support your own development and that of your team.
• Generous Annual Leave with an additional three days.
• Small Team Structure with one manager overseeing five social workers for optimal guidance.
• Protected Two-Week Induction Programme and access to bespoke training for continual growth.

Role Overview

In this pivotal role as Team Manager in the Referral and Assessment Service, you’ll lead a dedicated team responsible for receiving and assessing new referrals. With an average caseload of 50 families across the team, you’ll ensure effective child and family assessments are carried out, setting the foundation for support tailored to each child’s needs. This role requires excellent supervisory skills and a commitment to upholding best practices in a relationship-based framework.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the referral and assessment processes, guiding social workers in managing an average caseload of eight families each.
• Support team members with complex cases, ensuring thorough and well-informed assessments.
• Lead by example in fostering collaborative relationships with families and professionals to bring about positive change.
• Ensure team members have access to regular, reflective supervision and are supported in maintaining high practice standards.
• Work closely with senior management, promoting a culture of excellence and continual improvement.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work.
• Registration with Social Work England (or eligibility).
• Substantial post-qualification experience in children’s social work within statutory or independent settings.
• Proven track record of supervising complex casework and supporting social workers in managing challenging cases.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on relationship-based practice.

Key Benefits:

• 30 Days Annual Leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free Parking at the main office base
• Relocation Allowance up to £8,000 for qualifying candidates
• Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes (e.g., lease cars, technology equipment, gym discounts)
• Discounts at Local Retailers

This role is more than a management position; it’s a chance to shape the future of children’s social care in a supportive, well-resourced environment.

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