Principal Social Work Manager - Court Team in Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Principal Social Work Manager - Court Team
Specialism: Children Court Work
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: £41.42 hourly
Type: Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role as a Principal Social Work Manager - Court Team within the Children Court Work in Stoke-on-Trent, earning a competitive £41.42 hourly on an ongoing basis? We are seeking an innovative leader to guide our Court Team, ensuring that our children's needs are met with the highest standards of care. This pivotal role offers Full Time/Part Time flexibility, allowing you to maintain a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.

As a locum, you will enjoy the freedom to diversify your experience across different settings on your own terms, enhancing your skills and expanding your professional network. Embrace the opportunity to shape the future of children's services in a vibrant community while benefiting from varied and engaging work assignments.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Choose the hours that fit your lifestyle, whether you want to immerse yourself full-time or maintain flexibility with part-time hours.

• Competitive hourly rate: Feel valued and motivated with a generous pay rate that recognises your expertise.

• Professional development: Access opportunities for further training and enhance your career prospects while staying up-to-date with the latest in social work practice.

• Networking opportunities: Connect with other professionals in your field, expanding your contacts and sharing invaluable insights and experiences.

• Adventure and culture: Experience the vibrancy of Stoke-on-Trent, where cultural and historical attractions provide the perfect backdrop to enjoy your downtime.

What you will do:

• Lead and manage the Court Team, ensuring the effective oversight of care proceedings and pre-proceedings work in compliance with the Children Act 1989 and Public Law Outline requirements.

• Provide expert guidance and oversight on complex safeguarding and legal cases, ensuring decisions are evidence-based and legally sound.

• Oversee the quality assurance of court statements, social work evidence, care plans, and permanence planning documentation to ensure excellence in social work practice.

• Chair legal planning meetings, permanency tracking meetings, and escalation forums to promote timely decision-making and minimise delays for children.

Person specification:

• Qualifications:

  • Degree in Social Work (BA/MA or equivalent).

  • Management or leadership qualification (desirable).

  • Evidence of continued professional development in safeguarding and court practice.

• Registration & compliance:

  • Registered with Social Work England.

  • Extensive knowledge of the Children Act 1989/2004, Public Law Outline, and family court processes.

  • Strong understanding of Working Together to Safeguard Children and statutory guidance for looked after children and permanence planning.

Stoke-on-Trent is a fantastic place to live and work, with a rich history and a welcoming community. Known as the heart of the pottery industry, it offers a unique blend of cultural attractions and green spaces to explore. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of children and families while enjoying all that this dynamic city has to offer.

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