JOB [ Click Apply]db742659 Social Worker - Team Manager in Child Protection Team in St Helens, earning £52.86 hourly. This ongoing opportunity offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time work to fit your lifestyle. Explore an exciting role as a Social Worker - Team Manager with the Child Protection Team. This is your chance to lead and inspire a team of talented social workers in beautiful St Helens. Command a competitive hourly rate as you make impactful decisions in safeguarding the community's welfare. Whether you choose full-time or part-time, this role is tailored to meet your professional and personal needs. Perks and benefits: - Full-time/Part-time: Choose the working hours that suit you best, allowing for perfect work-life harmony. - Hourly Salary: Enjoy the freedom and flexibility that comes with being paid per hour. - Enjoy a diverse and stimulating workload that keeps you engaged every single day. - Fantastic professional networking opportunities to expand your knowledge and career potential. - Freedom from a typical 9-to-5 schedule, giving you more time to pursue other passions. What you will do: - Provide leadership and supervision to a team of qualified social workers, ensuring timely and effective interventions. - Oversee statutory work under the Children Act 1989, including Section 17 (Child in Need) and Section 47 (Child Protection) enquiries. - Ensure assessments such as Single Assessments are completed to a high standard and within statutory timescales. - Chair strategy discussions, planning meetings, and attend case conferences and legal planning meetings as required. - Monitor performance, quality assurance, and compliance with safeguarding procedures and practice standards. - Support staff with complex casework, court proceedings, and multi-agency working. - Lead on practice improvement, promoting continuous professional development and reflective practice within the team. - Manage caseload allocation, workflow, and ensure team capacity aligns with service demand. - Act as a key liaison between the Child Protection Team and other services such as health, education, police, and legal services, ensuring cohesive and comprehensive service delivery. St Helens offers a fantastic environment to both live and work. With a rich history, vibrant community, and beautiful parks, it's an ideal location for anyone looking to make a difference in child protection while enjoying the charm and convenience of the Northwest of England. Embrace the opportunity today! 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.