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Assistant Team Manager – Child Protection, Chatham
Location:
Chatham, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
2
Posted:
14.07.2025
Expiry Date:
28.08.2025
Job Description:
Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for an Assistant Team Manager for the long-term Child Protection service to join an Authority based in Medway.
Ofsted noted that our client's relentless approach to improvement has led to significant progress in services provided for children and families. The inspectors found that there is now a strong, determined, and cohesive leadership team.
What’s in it for you as an Assistant Team Manager?
* A competitive salary between £47,658 – £52,376
* Retention payment of £3,000 per annum (paid annually)
* Career progression scheme to support your pathway of professional development
* Generous annual leave entitlement of between 27 – 30 days plus bank holidays
* Essential User Allowance with the option to transfer to Lease Car after 6 months
* Excellent local government pension scheme
* Free car parking
* Hybrid working – enabling you to work from home/office (minimum of 2 days per week in the office)
* Relocation package of up to £8,000
About the role:
You will support the Team Manager in leading and providing supervision to 3-4 social workers, assisting with the quality assurance of your team’s work and case allocation; completing joint visits and/or attending court; contributing to the induction of new staff; and contributing to effective communication.
What we are looking for in an Assistant Team Manager:
* You will have attained PEPS Stage 1 and 2 and/or undertaken leadership training for first-line managers.
* You will have substantial experience in relationship and strengths-based practice and experience in child protection and court work.
* You will hold a degree in Social Work and be registered with Social Work England
* A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.
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