Social Work Team Manager - Unaccompanied Asylum-seeking Children (uasc) in Birmingham, West Midlands

Job Title:
Social Work Team Manager - Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC)

Specialism:
Children’s Social Care – UASC

Location:
Birmingham

Salary:
£41.42 Hourly

Type:
Ongoing - Full Time/Part Time

Step into an intriguing role as a Social Work Team Manager within the Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) Team in the vibrant heart of Birmingham. This ongoing opportunity offers a competitive hourly rate of £41.42, with options for Full Time or Part Time work. Thrive in a bustling city while making a meaningful difference in children's lives, all while enjoying the flexibility and unique rewards of locum work.

Perks and Benefits:

• Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the freedom to choose how you work, whether it's full-time commitment or balancing other interests with part-time hours.
• Competitive Pay: Rewarding hourly rate that appreciates your expertise and efforts.
• Flexible Working Hours: Better work-life balance, allowing you to choose when you work.
• Continuous Professional Development: Opportunities to expand your skill set and advance in your career.
• Diverse Work Environment: Engage with a wide range of professionals and community services, enhancing your professional network.

What you will do:

• Lead and mentor a team of Social Workers and support staff, providing line management, supervision, and professional leadership.
• Oversee the assessments, pathway plans, and care planning, ensuring they meet statutory requirements and are of the highest quality.
• Uphold robust safeguarding practices according to local and national frameworks, addressing any risks related to exploitation and trafficking.
• Monitor team performance against key targets, driving continuous improvement and adherence to Birmingham Children’s Trust standards.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partners, including immigration services, health, education, legal services, and voluntary organisations, to ensure the well-being of all UASC.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work degree or equivalent.
• Evidence of post-qualifying training relevant to children’s services.

Registration & Compliance:

• Registered with Social Work England.
• Knowledgeable about the Children Act 1989/2004, Care Leavers (England) Regulations, and statutory guidance for looked after children.
• Understanding of asylum and immigration legislation affecting UASC.

Experience:

• Significant post-qualification experience within children’s social care, specifically within Children in Care or UASC services.
• Proven experience in managing or supervising frontline social work staff.
• Experience in Ofsted-regulated environments and inspection frameworks.
• A track record of delivering service improvements and maintaining high practice standards.

Living and working in Birmingham means being part of a dynamic city known for its rich cultural diversity and a hub of professional growth. Immerse yourself in a community that vibrates with life, offering numerous recreational and social opportunities. Be part of something bigger in Birmingham—a place where social care professionals can truly make their mark.

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