About the role
We are seeking a Team Manager, with current Social Work England registration, and previous leadership experience in a similar role.
What will you be doing?
You will provide leadership to your team, which will include an Advanced Practitioner, 5 to 6 Social Workers, a family support worker, and a business support administrator. Your responsibilities will include allocating and prioritising workloads to ensure the child's care is paramount, while also developing your team to deliver an effective and efficient service. You will be responsible for the team plan to meet objectives and ensure performance targets are achieved.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Greta Ullfors at Greta Ullfors.
About You
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration, and ideally possess a Level 5 NVQ Management qualification or equivalent relevant experience. You should have the ability to manage a team, ensuring development and performance issues are addressed through support and coaching. Previous budgetary control experience, ICT skills, and the ability to represent the service at a senior level are also required.
Our benefits
We are committed to continuous improvement and fostering a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce. Our benefits include:
* 2 Day Induction Programme
* £2,200
* Relocation costs of up to £8,000
* 2 days Signs of Safety training (social care colleagues)
* Extensive Learning & Development and career opportunities
* Flexible and family working arrangements, including enhanced maternity benefits
* A supportive and inclusive management team empowering professional decisions
* Local government Pension Scheme
* Heavily subsidised town centre car parking
* Employee Discount Scheme
* 28 days annual leave plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time) and an additional 5 days after 5 years of service
* Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Monthly quality supervision
* SWE Registration paid annually for social care colleagues
About Us
Northamptonshire Childrens Trust was established in November 2020 to deliver Children's Services for North and West Northants. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operates independently from the Councils, allowing for innovative and agile service delivery. We aim to foster a culture of high-quality professional practice, innovation, and evolution.
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