We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Birmingham to assist with the appointment of a Peripatetic Team Manager, on a 2-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £23.62 - £31.03 per hour
Summary:
Birmingham Children's Trust is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Peripatetic Team Manager to provide dynamic leadership and management across various social work teams within Children's Services. This pivotal role requires a qualified social worker with a proven track record in managing complex teams, particularly those focused on children in care and care proceedings. You will be expected to seamlessly integrate into different teams, providing stability, guidance, and expertise wherever needed, ensuring continuity of service and driving positive outcomes for children and families.
Responsibilities:
* Provide robust and effective leadership and management to social work teams, including those specializing in Children in Care (CiC) and Care Proceedings, on a peripatetic basis as required by the service.
* Oversee and manage complex caseloads, ensuring statutory requirements, policies, and procedures are adhered to in all aspects of social work practice.
* Ensure timely and effective progression of care proceedings, working closely with legal teams, families, and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children.
* Contribute to the strategic development of Children's Services, participating in working groups and initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery and outcomes.
* Respond flexibly to the needs of the service, adapting to different team dynamics and priorities with professionalism and efficiency.
Qualifications:
* A recognised Social Work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW).
Essentials:
* In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice frameworks pertaining to children's social care.
* Current registration with Social Work England.
* Significant and demonstrable post-qualifying experience in children's social work.
Please note:
* You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
* You should have right to work in U.K
* This role requires an Enhanced DBS
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.
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