At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support a dedicated team in kinship care for children and young people.
- Company: Coventry City Council, committed to improving lives through effective social work.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and collaboration.
- Why this job: Shape the future of children in kinship care and drive positive change.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with management experience in children's services.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
About the Role Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of Coventry City Council for an experienced Team Manager to join their Kinship Team.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated team supporting children and young people through kinship care arrangements.
The successful candidate will provide effective management, supervision and oversight of social work practice, ensuring high-quality assessments and positive outcomes for children and families.
Key Responsibilities Manage and support a team of social workers within the Kinship Service.
Provide high-quality supervision, guidance and performance management.
Oversee the assessment of prospective kinship carers and ensure assessments are completed to a high standard.
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, legislation, policies and procedures.
Drive excellent practice and support continuous improvement across the service.
Work collaboratively with internal teams, partner agencies and stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for children.
Monitor caseloads, performance and service delivery to ensure quality standards are maintained.
About You Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
Significant post-qualified experience within Children s Social Care.
Previous management or supervisory experience within fostering, kinship, permanence or looked after children s services.
Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, r...
Kinship Team Manager employer: Opus People Solutions Ltd
Opus People Solutions Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises sustainable outcomes for children and families. With a focus on professional development, employees have access to growth opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in their community while working in a hybrid role that promotes work-life balance.
