Team Manager – Early Help – Children Services – Croydon Council
Permanent – 36 hours per week
Job Purpose
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Team Manager to join us and support our talented team of Social Workers in driving the service forward. You will lead and manage team performance and foster a culture of continuous learning and reflective practice that inspires staff to excel in their roles.
The responsibilities include:
1. Assessment and care planning for children in need, including those requiring protection and involved in legal proceedings.
2. Direct work with children and families to achieve safety and well-being outcomes.
3. Demonstrable understanding of early help practice, partnership working, and the impact of multiagency planning on children and young people's experiences and outcomes.
4. Using systemic ideas in your work, promoting a practice philosophy that empowers service users, builds on strengths, and develops strategies to understand, manage, and respond to risks.
Essential Requirements
* Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
* Working knowledge of national policies, strategies, and developments in children’s social care.
* Ability to lead improvement in social work practice through effective performance management.
* Experience in leading and managing operational change effectively.
* Proven ability to manage high-risk, high-complexity cases ensuring safeguarding and positive outcomes.
* Experience supervising childcare social workers with demonstrated results.
Why Join Us
* Dedicated, experienced practitioners.
* Regular support and knowledge-sharing meetings.
* Strong partnerships and collaborative working culture.
* Supportive team environment with experienced managers.
* Flexible working options including remote work.
* Opportunities for career development and leadership growth.
Benefits
* Competitive salary package.
* Accredited systemic practice training.
* Various CPD opportunities.
* 29-31 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to purchase more.
* Employer pension contribution averaging 20%.
* Support for professional growth and development.
* Wellbeing investment and employee discount schemes.
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Croydon Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
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