At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team supporting care experienced young people transitioning to independence.
- Company: Join Merton's Corporate Parenting Service, dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic team focused on celebrating diversity and improving family experiences.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the lives of young people aged 16-25.
- Qualifications: Qualified social worker with leadership experience and knowledge of care services.
The predicted salary is between 46202 - 52100 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity to join Merton's Corporate Parenting Service in the role of Team Manager in one of our Care Experienced 16+ Teams. As a Team Manager in the Care Experienced Team, you will be leading a team of Personal Advisers and Social Workers to ensure that children who are leaving our care and young people who are transitioning to independence receive support and services to the highest standard and oversee the day to day delivery of our local offer to our care experienced young people. We support children and young people age 16-25 years.
We are looking for a leader who is experienced in managing and leading a team, has a sound knowledge of the rights and entitlements of care experienced young people and who is committed to ensuring service delivery of the highest standard in accordance with the Council's duties for our Care Experienced young people. Merton’s Leaders are committed and focused on supporting our staff and families and keeping children and young people at the heart of our work.
Blended Practice Model
In Merton we have a blended practice model which combines systemic practice, relationship based social work and signs of safety and is embedded throughout all of our work with children and families. There is also a well‑established and connected multiagency partnership and together we strive to:
- Keep children and young people at the heart of our work
- Learn from what we do to improve the experiences of children, young people, and families
- Think Family and focus on the strengths within families and networks
- Be committed to doing what we say we will do
- Celebrate difference and diversity
- Celebrate the successes of our children and young people
To apply for this role of Team Manager you will need to be a qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England and with relevant experience in leadership skills, knowledge and experience in delivering statutory care leaving services and high‑impact and quality services to children and families. Successful candidates will lead and manage a team of five personal advisers, two qualified social workers and an income maximisation officer.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact service manager Rorie Ovens on 020 8545 4279.
Team Manager - 16+ Care Experienced Team in Morden employer: London Borough of Merton
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