Team Manager - Children's Safeguarding and Care Planning
- Annual Salary: Up to £55,890
- Location: Bromley Civic Centre, Hybrid Working
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are on the lookout for dedicated and experienced Team Managers to join our Children's Social Care safeguarding team. This is a pivotal role in our journey to excellence, following our recent Ofsted rating of "outstanding". If you are a registered Team Manager with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Assess and provide services to children in need within the framework of appropriate legislation, regulations, and departmental procedures.
- Manage a limited caseload of complex and problematic situations.
- Ensure efficient and effective service provision, liaising with various stakeholders.
- Maintain high standards of professional practice and promote enhancement within the team.
- Supervise professional staff, providing supervision, training, and personal development.
- Deputize for the Group Manager as required, managing duty, allocating priority work, and providing support and guidance.
- Chair a range of professional, statutory, and interagency meetings.
- Make recommendations regarding budget use to support care plans and exercise delegated budgetary powers.
- Undertake training, maintain knowledge of changes in procedures, legislation, and professional practice.
- Develop practice within the team, contribute to training, and represent the team on various bodies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Registered with Social Work England or able to obtain registration prior to commencement of employment.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Care.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation.
- Experience in supervising complex casework and contested care proceedings.
- Experience in supervising, supporting, and coaching social workers.
- Practice teaching experience and raising practice standards.
- Ability to work within a legislative framework and manage time effectively.
- Creative thinking in meeting children's and families' needs.
- Valuing diversity and promoting equality.
Benefits:
- Up to £2000 annual retention payment and £2000 Golden Hello.
- Lease car option.
- 30 days annual leave.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Excellent training and career development pathways.
- Free car parking at Bromley Civic Centre.
- Mileage claim for business trips.
- Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for eligible candidates.
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, technology, and gym memberships.
- Discounts at local retailers and opportunities to win event tickets.
To apply for this Team Manager position in Children's Social Care, please submit your CV