Social Work Team Manager - Children's Safeguarding Team in Birkenhead, Merseyside

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Work Team Manager
Specialism: Children's Team
Job Location: Birkenhead, UK
Salary: £45 Hourly
Type: Locum, Ongoing

We are looking for an experienced Team Manager to lead a frontline children's social work team across assessment, Child in Need, Child Protection, pre-proceedings, and care proceedings. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to step into a dynamic role in Birkenhead, with flexible working conditions and an hourly salary that promises a rewarding financial package for your expertise. This position can be full time or part time, offering you the ability to balance work alongside other commitments.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary. Enjoy the flexibility of locum work with the ability to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle and enhance your CV.
- Experience a varied working environment, keeping each day as exciting as the last while building a robust professional network.
- Opportunities to engage with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing collaborative work skills and career development.

What you will do:

- Manage the day-to-day operations of the children’s social work team, ensuring high-quality practice and performance.
- Oversee assessments, CP plans, CIN work, PLO activities, and court proceedings.
- Provide regular supervision, challenge, and support for social workers, maintaining visibility and availability to your team.
- Address performance issues directly, supporting staff in managing challenging conversations.
- Collaborate closely with senior managers and partner agencies, promoting good recording and timely visits.
- Ensure children remain at the heart of all decision making, balancing support with accountability.
- Make confident decisions and escalate issues when necessary, ensuring risks are addressed and work is progressed within timescales.

Located in Birkenhead, you’ll be working in an area steeped in history and culture, with excellent transport links to Liverpool and across the Wirral. Whether you love a lively town atmosphere or a peaceful coastal walk, Birkenhead has something for everyone. Join us where your work will have a meaningful impact and where the community needs talent like yours to thrive.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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