JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Work Team Manager - Safeguarding Team Specialism: Safeguarding Location: Stroud, UK Salary: £47.00 Hourly Type: Full Time/Part Time Join the vibrant Safeguarding Team in Stroud as a Social Work Team Manager, where you will earn a competitive rate of £47.00 per hour. This ongoing opportunity is perfect for anyone looking to truly make a difference in the lives of children and families while enjoying the benefits of flexible work hours, as both full-time and part-time positions are available. Perks and benefits: Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your hours, allowing for a great work-life balance that suits your needs. Professional development: Engage with continuous learning and development opportunities to boost your career skills. Locum benefits: Experience the variety and freedom that locum work offers, without the pressures of a permanent position. Collaborative environment: Work within a supportive team, committed to making a real impact in safeguarding children. Enhanced DBS clearance: Ensuring the highest standards of safety and security within your professional practice. What you will do: Lead and manage a team of social workers handling Child in Need (Section 17) and Child Protection (Section 47) cases. Provide management oversight and quality assurance of assessments, care planning, and interventions. Ensure timely and effective safeguarding decision-making, managing risk and prioritising cases appropriately. Deliver supervision, performance management, and professional development to staff. Chair and contribute to strategy discussions, child protection conferences, and multi-agency meetings. Qualifications / Requirements: Qualifications: Degree in Social Work (BA/MA or equivalent) and evidence of continued professional development. A management or leadership qualification is desirable. Registration and compliance: Must be registered with Social Work England. Strong knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and 2004, and Working Together to Safeguard Children is required. DBS requirement: Enhanced DBS clearance is essential. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience. Apply now to join the Social Work Team Manager role in Stroud and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.