Assistant Team Manager | Hampshire County Council
Location: Hampshire (Hybrid). Role Type: Non-Case Holding. Pay Rate: Up to £42.00 per hour.
Role Overview
Hampshire County Council is seeking an experienced Assistant Team Manager to join their Children's Services department. This is a non-case holding role focused on supporting the Team Manager in the day-to-day operations of the team, ensuring high standards of practice and the effective management of staff and resources.
Key Responsibilities
* Leadership & Supervision: Plan and conduct group supervision and contribute to individual supervision, particularly for less experienced Social Workers and Occupational Therapists.
* Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality control of written reports, assessments, and court documents. Assist junior staff with report writing and attend court as required.
* Case Management Support: Support the team in managing caseloads, including co‑working on complex cases and acting as the first point of reference for casework consultation.
* Meeting Coordination: Chair and attend statutory meetings, represent the Team Manager in strategy meetings, and ensure the team is briefed with daily case reviews.
* Operational Management: Assign tasks to team members and deputise for the Team Manager in their absence.
* Compliance: Ensure all casework adheres to child protection policies, statutory guidelines, and departmental health and safety or equality protocols.
* Financial Oversight: Monitor the team budget and recommend financial payments for families or young people to the Team Manager.
Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered).
* Substantial experience in Children's Services at a Senior or Lead Practitioner level.
* In‑depth knowledge of Child Protection procedures and Statutory duties.
* Strong leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance skills.
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