Social Work Team Manager – Family Support/Child Protection Team, Brixton (UK) – £45.20 Hourly, Full-Time, Hybrid Working. TO START ASAP – Ongoing.
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey as a Social Work Team Manager within our Family Support and Child Protection Team in Brixton? This exciting opportunity offers a competitive hourly salary of £45.20 and the flexibility of hybrid working, requiring you to be in the office for a minimum of two days a week. Join us and help shape the future of children’s services in Lambeth, renowned for its kind, equitable, and ambitious approach.
Perks and benefits:
– Enjoy the benefits of working on an hourly basis, giving you financial control and flexibility in your schedule.
– Take advantage of hybrid working arrangements, allowing for both office presence and remote work.
– Benefit from an in-depth induction via the Social Care Academy, which ensures you’re fully prepared to thrive in your role.
– Utilise an agile IT system that enables you to work efficiently anywhere and everywhere.
– Access a one-stop shop/centralised support for resource requests, giving you ample time to focus on working with families.
– Receive regular and supportive case and personal supervision, along with scheduled caseload reviews by the leadership team, ensuring a manageable workload.
– Engage in risk-sharing through regular meetings and panels chaired by senior managers.
– Participate in free training offered by the Lambeth Social Work Academy for both agency and permanent staff, opening doors for career development across various services.
– Collaborate with Contextual Safeguarding Teams, Court Teams, Early Help services, and community-based organisations that partner with children’s services.
– Enjoy the assurance of regular supervision and the opportunity to work within a team that values work-life balance.
– Enter flexible working arrangements that are determined in agreement with line managers.
What you will do:
– Lead and manage a team of dedicated social workers in the Family Support/Child Protection Team.
– Ensure the provision of high-quality services for children and families in Lambeth.
– Conduct regular case reviews, manage workloads, and oversee risk management processes.
– Liaise with a variety of services including early help, courts, and community partners to ensure a cohesive approach to child protection.
– Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a supportive and accountable working environment.
– Encourage innovation and best practice within the team to continuously improve service delivery.
Join Team Lambeth, currently on an improvement journey, and make a difference in the lives of children and families. We are seeking agile and flexible social workers with a minimum of three years post-qualified experience, who are committed to bringing positive change and stability. If you can respond to challenges with pace and compassion, Lambeth is the place for you.
Living and working in Brixton offers a dynamic lifestyle where culture and creativity meet modern convenience. Known for its vibrant arts scene, lively markets, and a strong sense of community, Brixton is an inspiring place to make a real impact on people’s lives. Seize the opportunity to work in this energetic and inclusive neighbourhood. Apply today and be part of something special!
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