Team Leader – Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team
Location: Bedford Borough Council
Pay Rate: £44.17 per hour
Contract Type: Full-Time Locum (37.5 Hours per Week)
Start Date: ASAP
SW Locums is seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader to join the highly regarded Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team at Bedford Borough Council. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role within a stable and well-established service that is dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families.
This position offers a competitive rate of £44.17 per hour and the opportunity to lead a committed team within a supportive local authority environment.
About the Team
The Children with Disabilities Team is a stable and experienced service consisting of 10 Social Workers alongside a dedicated Short Breaks Team. The service works with children and young people with disabilities, ensuring they receive the support, protection, and services they require to thrive.
Management vacancies within this team are extremely rare, making this an exceptional opportunity for an experienced practitioner or existing manager looking to take on a rewarding leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
As Team Leader, you will:
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Provide leadership, guidance, and support to a team of Social Workers and practitioners.
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Manage a service responsible for Children in Need (CIN), Child Protection (CP), and court work.
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Ensure high standards of practice and compliance with statutory responsibilities.
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Support staff with complex case management and decision-making.
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Drive positive outcomes for children, young people, and their families.
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Promote effective partnership working with internal and external agencies.
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Contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Maintain oversight of safeguarding practice and risk management across the team.
Essential Requirements
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Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
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Significant experience within Children's Services.
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Strong management or supervisory experience within a social work setting.
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Proven experience managing or overseeing CIN, Child Protection, and court proceedings.
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Extensive safeguarding experience is essential.
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Strong leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills.
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Ability to support, motivate, and develop staff within a high-performing team environment.
Why Join Through SW Locums?
SW Locums has built a reputation as one of the UK's leading specialist social work agencies. We are committed to providing exceptional support to our candidates throughout every stage of their locum journey.
When you work with SW Locums, you benefit from:
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Access to some of the most sought-after social work opportunities across the UK.
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Competitive pay rates and prompt, reliable payroll services.
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Dedicated consultants with specialist social work recruitment expertise.
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Honest communication and ongoing support throughout your assignment.
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A strong commitment to matching experienced professionals with roles where they can make a genuine impact.
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Social Work Team Leader or a senior practitioner ready to take the next step in your career, this is an outstanding opportunity to join a stable and respected Children with Disabilities Team at Bedford Borough Council.
Apply now to secure this rare leadership opportunity and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families