Why Southwark? Do you see yourself leading a high-performing team that puts children's experiences, relationships and long-term outcomes at the centre of everything it does? Can you use your experience of children in care, permanence planning and team leadership to drive high-quality practice and create lasting change for children and young people? Does the idea of joining a forward-thinking local authority with a strong commitment to relationship-based, trauma-informed and anti-racist practice appeal to you? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Care 0-16 Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Team Manager to join our amazing team and help make a difference today. What You'll Be Doing As Team Manager, you will provide strong, visible leadership to a team of social workers and senior social workers supporting children in care aged 0-16. You will oversee high-quality care planning, permanence planning and safeguarding activity, ensuring children receive safe, stable and nurturing care experiences. You will provide effective management oversight, reflective supervision and professional challenge, supporting practitioners to deliver relationship-based interventions that achieve positive outcomes for children and families. Working closely with partner agencies, carers and families, you will ensure plans progress without delay and that children's voices remain central to decision-making. What We're Looking For We're seeking an experienced children's social care leader who is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for children in care. You will have: A recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. Significant experience within statutory children's social care, including children in care services. Experience of leading, supervising and developing social work practitioners. Strong knowledge of care planning, permanence, safeguarding and statutory responsibilities. The ability to provide clear, analytical management oversight and make evidence-informed decisions. A commitment to anti-racist, anti-oppressive and relationship-based practice. Excellent communication, partnership working and leadership skills. For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert. Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nina Lehmann at .uk . Additional Information Fixed Term Contract (6 months temporary cover) Part time, 3 days per week Enhanced DBS check required Benefits and more information:
Team manager Care Service Temporary Cover 6 months employer: Southwark Council Careers
As the largest local authority social landlord in London, Southwark is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees are empowered to thrive. With a strong commitment to tackling inequalities and enhancing community well-being, we offer our HR Business Partners the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying professional growth opportunities within a supportive team. Join us in shaping a fairer future for Southwark's residents and experience the unique advantage of working in a vibrant borough that values its people and their contributions.
