Job Description
This is an exciting time to join Barnsley Children and Family Social Care. Working in partnership to achieve better outcomes for our most vulnerable children, our Social Work Team Managers are key to supporting the development of our workforce and leading best practice for children across our Children and Young People’s Service.
Our Children and Young People teams work with children subject to Child In Need, Child Protection and within Public and Private Law, working in partnership to achieve best outcomes for vulnerable children.
We have recently adopted our Stronger Together practice model, underpinned by Signs of Safety and a relational approach. As a manager you will be responsible for the leadership and oversight of a small team of Advanced Practitioners, Social Workers and Newly Qualified Social Workers, providing regular support and supervision and driving practice within your team.
Our Vision
- Putting Children and Families First
- Working together in partnership to deliver joined up care
- Delivered by a strong and valued workforce
Who are we looking for?
- You will be a qualified social worker with significant experience of practice.
- You will have experience of delivering reflective supervision.
- You will be committed to supporting and developing teams and workers, with experience of mentoring students, NQSW’s or colleagues.
- You will have extensive experience of working in statutory children’s social work, of driving plans for our most vulnerable children and of working in partnership with families and agencies to achieve positive change.
- You will maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the legislation, policies and procedures and how we implement these in practice.
In return we will offer you
- A supportive working environment with manageable spans of control.
- A highly competitive salary.
- High quality regular supervision and support and a nurturing senior management team that encourages learning and development.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- A commitment to continuous professional development with a strong training and development offer.
- Good IT support and equipment.
- A commitment to health and wellbeing and access to a dedicated assistance programme.
- Employee rewards and benefits.
Team Manager (Children and Young People Team) in Barnsley employer: Children's Social Work Matters
Children's Social Work Matters in Hull is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a strong focus on employee growth, the organisation offers comprehensive training and development opportunities tailored to all experience levels, ensuring that every social worker can thrive in their role. Located in a vibrant community, employees benefit from a culture that prioritises meaningful outcomes for children and families, making it a rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Children's Social Work Matters Recruitment Team
