We are looking for a Children's Team Manager to join a Childrens team.
This role requires a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in a permanent contract/s.
The Role:
As Team Manager, you will lead and support a busy Family Support & Safeguarding team, overseeing social workers managing complex child protection, child in need, and care proceedings cases. You will provide effective supervision, drive performance, and ensure high-quality practice across the service.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and supervise a team of social workers within Family Support & Safeguarding
* Oversee CIN, CP, PLO, and court work to ensure timely and effective interventions
* Drive high standards of safeguarding practice and compliance
* Provide leadership, guidance, and reflective supervision to staff
* Monitor performance, quality assurance, and service delivery
* Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes for children and families
Requirements:
* Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
* Previous experience managing frontline safeguarding teams
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, court processes, and statutory responsibilities
* Ability to lead teams through complex and high-pressure environments
* Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
What's on Offer:
* Competitive locum pay rates
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
* Supportive senior leadership team
* Stable and well-structured service
* Immediate interviews and start available
* For more information, please get in touch
* Rodrique Burnett - Recruitment Consultant
* 0118 948 5555 / 07436399975
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