Social Work Team Manager - Duty And Assessment Team in Swindon, Wiltshire

Job Title:
Social Work Team Manager – Duty and Assessment Team

Specialism:
Social Work – Duty and Assessment

Location:
Swindon

Salary:
£47.50 Hourly

Type:
Locum, Ongoing, Full Time / Part Time

This is an exciting opportunity for a Social Work Team Manager to join our dynamic Duty and Assessment Team within Swindon. Enjoy a rewarding role that offers the flexibility of Full Time/Part Time hours tailored to fit your lifestyle.

As a locum, benefit from a variety of roles, new experiences, and the ability to work on your own terms! Enjoy unique perks such as diverse assignments and constant career development opportunities. Specifically for this role, be a key player in shaping decisions that impact the lives of children and families across Swindon.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy flexible work arrangements that suit your personal needs.
• Competitive Hourly Rate: At £47.50 per hour, you’ll find your hard work rewarded handsomely.
• Professional Development: Hone your skills and grow your career with ongoing learning opportunities and reflective supervision.
• Diverse Work Environment: Experience the joy of working with a supportive and mixed-skilled team.

What you will do:

• Provide day-to-day operational management of the Duty and Assessment Team, ensuring the smooth allocation, oversight, and quality assurance of statutory assessments and Section 47 enquiries.
• Lead and manage duty weeks on a rotational basis to ensure safe and timely decision-making on new referrals received through MASH.
• Deliver reflective supervision, performance management, and professional development for social workers, ASYE practitioners, and assistant team managers.
• Ensure practice complies with the Children Act 1989/2004, Working Together to Safeguard Children, and local safeguarding procedures.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work or equivalent recognised UK qualification.
• Relevant management or leadership qualification is desirable.

Registration & Compliance:

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• A solid working knowledge of the Children Act 1989/2004, Care Planning Regulations, and Working Together guidance.

Swindon offers the perfect blend of suburban life with convenient transport links to major cities. Immerse yourself in a thriving community that hosts a mix of the old and new, from vibrant local markets to cultural festivals. Discover why living and working in Swindon is a fantastic way to enjoy the best of both worlds!

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Apply now to join the Duty and Assessment Team in Swindon and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.