Dive into this exciting opportunity in Torbay with the Cared For Team, where your leadership and expertise can shine. As a Team Manager, you will earn £45.00 per hour and have the flexibility of Full Time/Part Time employment. This ongoing role offers you the chance to make a real difference in the lives of looked after children while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Torbay.
Perks and benefits:
- Flexible Working: Flexibility to work Full Time or Part Time, allowing you to maintain a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
- Locum Variety: Experience the variety of working as a locum, where each day can bring new challenges and rewards.
- Professional Exposure: Gain valuable exposure to different cases and broaden your professional experience.
- Career Development: Opportunities for career development and training to enhance your skill set and advance in your career.
- Supportive Team: Be part of a vibrant and supportive team who share a common goal of delivering outstanding care.
What you will do:
- Lead, supervise, and support Social Workers managing looked after children and care planning responsibilities, ensuring high standards are met.
- Ensure statutory visits, reviews, assessments, and care plans are completed within required timescales and quality standards.
- Provide reflective supervision, case direction, and professional development support to team members.
- Oversee permanence planning, including reunification, long-term fostering, Special Guardianship Orders, and adoption planning where appropriate.
- Manage complex safeguarding concerns, placement stability issues, and risks affecting children in care.
Person Specification:
Qualifications
- Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or an equivalent recognised Social Work qualification.
- Evidence of ongoing management and leadership development.
- Practice Educator, ILM Leadership qualification, or equivalent management training is desirable.
Registration & Compliance
- Current registration with Social Work England is essential.
Experience
- Significant post-qualification experience within Children’s Social Care.
- Substantial experience working with Looked After Children/Cared For Children services.
- Previous experience supervising or managing social work staff within a local authority environment.
- Experience in managing complex safeguarding and permanence cases.
Living and working in Torbay offers you a unique blend of coastal charm and professional satisfaction. With stunning coastline, quaint villages, and a friendly community, Torbay provides a perfect backdrop for your next career move. Dive in and make a splash as you lead the team to success!
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Team Manager – Cared For Team in Torquay employer: Sanctuary Personnel
Sanctuary Personnel is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for Social Workers in the Children Looked After Team. Located in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, employees benefit from competitive salaries, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families. The company's commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to their community.
