Job Title: Social Work Team Manager – Safeguarding Team
Specialism: Social Work
Location: Walsall, UK
Salary: £41.42 per hour
Type: Full-time locum, 3 months
Exciting opportunity alert! We are seeking a Social Work Team Manager for our Safeguarding Team in Walsall, UK. This locum role offers an impressive hourly rate of £41.42ph for a 3-months period, providing you with the perfect blend of professional growth and flexibility. As a full-time position, you will be required to be present in the office three days per week, with the option to work from home for the remaining two days, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Perks and benefits
- Locum flexibility: Being a locum offers unmatched flexibility, enabling you to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle and career goals.
- Competitive pay: Enjoy competitive pay while gaining valuable experience across different challenges and opportunities.
- Hybrid working: Split your time between the office and home, offering the chance to work from the comfort of your own environment while reducing commuting stress and cost.
- Career development: Build your skill set in a supportive team while gaining exposure to different challenges and opportunities that contribute to your career advancement.
What you will do
- Lead, supervise and support a dynamic team of Social Workers, Senior Practitioners, ASYEs and Trainee Social Workers to deliver top-tier safeguarding services.
- Take charge of overseeing assessments, care planning, reviews, and interventions, ensuring all statutory timescales are adhered to with precision.
- Manage Family Help and Child Protection plans, including pre-proceedings and court proceedings for enhanced child and family safeguarding.
- Provide safeguarding oversight while making complex decisions to improve outcomes for children and families.
- Monitor team performance through regular supervision, audits, quality assurance, and performance management, maintaining high standards and consistent outcomes.
- Engage collaboratively with partner agencies to implement effective multi-agency support and strategic planning.
- Maximise resource management and ensure efficient use of delegated budgets to guarantee value for money.
- Assist in recruitment, induction, as well as training and development of the team, fostering growth and stability within the department.
Living and working in Walsall offers the unique blend of a thriving local community and a rich history, combined with modern amenities and easy access to nature. With excellent transport links, Walsall is a fantastic place to enhance your career while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. Join us in making a difference where it truly counts!
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Social Work Team Manager - Safeguarding Team - Walsall - Sanctuary Personal 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.
