JOB-20240819-db742659 Job Title: Social Work Team Manager - Children's Family Safeguarding Team Specialism: Children's Family Safeguarding Location: Dudley (UK) Salary: £41.42 Hourly Type: Ongoing, Full Time / Part Time Are you ready for an exhilarating opportunity? This ongoing role as a Social Work Team Manager in Dudley's Children's Family Safeguarding Team promises a rewarding career with both Full Time and Part Time options. You will be at the forefront of ensuring vulnerable children and their families receive the essential safeguarding services they need. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will lead a team of dedicated social workers and play a crucial role in the strategic development for children's services in Dudley. Perks and benefits: Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of tailoring your work schedule to suit your lifestyle while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. Professional Development: With opportunities for continuous training and advancement, this role offers the chance to enhance your skills and knowledge within children's social work. Competitive Pay: Earn an attractive hourly rate that reflects your expertise and commitment as a social work manager. Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of professionals and expand your career horizons within a supportive environment. Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a role that considers your professional commitments and personal life, enabling a harmonious balance. What you will do: Lead and manage a team of social workers, AYSEs, trainee social workers, and young person's advisors ensuring effective service delivery to children and families. Provide operational leadership, vision, and direction within children's social work to drive service improvement. Actively promote strategic developments for children's services in Dudley, contributing to a safer and more supportive environment for young people. Offer supervision and consultation, enhancing the skills and performance of your team. Engage in organisational change initiatives to improve service outcomes in complex settings. This role requires a valid full driving licence, business use car insurance, and a valid MOT certificate for vehicles over three years old, as travel is essential to carrying out duties effectively. You must also be registered or eligible for registration on the HCPC Register for qualified social workers. Dudley is not just a great place to work but also a wonderful place to live. With its rich cultural heritage, vibrant community, and green spaces, Dudley offers an excellent quality of life. Join us and experience the rewarding benefits of making a real difference in the lives of children and families in this dynamic and fulfilling role. 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 Children's Family Safeguarding Team in Dudley and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.