Social Worker Team Manager - Mash Team in Southwark, London

Job Title: Social Worker Team Manager - MASH Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Southwark, UK
Salary: £45.20 per hour
Type: Part Time / Full Time

This is an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker Team Manager to join the MASH Team within Social Worker - Children in Southwark, UK, earning £45.20 hourly on an ongoing basis. The role offers both part-time and full-time options, allowing for flexibility to balance your professional and personal life.

We are seeking an experienced MASH Manager capable of making quick decisions, managing a busy inbox where all referrals are received, applying good thresholds in decision making, and providing excellent quality assurance of social work completed contacts. It is important for candidates to thrive in a pressurised environment, working autonomously and with pace. Candidates with under two years of management experience will not be shortlisted.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedule: Choose between part-time or full-time hours that suit your lifestyle, enabling a better work-life balance.
• Attractive Hourly Pay: Enjoy the security of hourly pay at an impressive £45.20, ensuring you're compensated for every hour worked.
• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing training and workshops to keep your skills sharp and stay updated with the latest in social work practices.
• Community Impact: Play a critical role in safeguarding children and promoting their welfare in a supportive community.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with various partner agencies, enhancing your professional network and experience.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage a team of social workers, MASH information officers, and partner agencies to deliver high-quality social work services.
• Promote excellent practice by ensuring outcomes for children and families are achieved with high professional standards.
• Supervise and support social work practitioners to motivate them and ensure their continuous development.
• Represent the council at multi-agency meetings, collaborating with other professionals to promote positive outcomes for children and families.
• Conduct in-depth assessments, planning, and reviews, ensuring all decision-making processes are thorough and informed.
• Produce high-quality reports and manage case records to maintain an organised workflow.
• Ensure timely and effective responses to referrals, particularly when children are at significant risk of harm.
• Lead by example and influence the practice system within the team and across the service with innovative ideas and strategies.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration.
• Significant experience within Children's Social Care and MASH services.
• Minimum of two years' management experience in a relevant social work setting.
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to apply appropriate safeguarding thresholds.
• Experience managing high-volume referrals and working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to provide quality assurance and maintain high professional standards across the team.
• Excellent leadership, communication and partnership-working skills.

Why Southwark

As a Social Worker Team Manager in Southwark, you'll not only be joining a remarkable team but also living and working in a vibrant, culturally rich area of London. Southwark combines urban opportunities with the charm of its historic sites, providing an inspiring setting both professionally and personally. Come be part of a community that values dedication, diversity, and a zest for positive change.

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Apply now to join the MASH Team in Southwark and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.