Team Manager - Children in Care Team
  • England,South East,Kent
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £62,607 per annum
Job Description:
JOB-20240819-db742659
Job Title: Team Manager - Children in Care Team
Location: Kent, UK
Salary: £62,607 per annum
Contract Type: Full-Time
Are you ready to take the next big step in your career?
We are on the hunt for a dynamic and inspiring Team Manager to join our Children in Care Team in the stunning county of Kent. If you’re passionate about leading from the front, shaping services, and making a real difference in the lives of children and young people, this is your chance to shine.
With an annual salary of £62,607, this full-time role offers the opportunity to lead a skilled team of social workers delivering high-quality care to those who need it most - all within a well-supported, forward-thinking local authority.
Perks and Benefits: * Full-Time Stability: Immerse yourself in a fulfilling and secure career path

* Ongoing Professional Development: Access top-tier training and leadership support

* Collaborative Environment: Join a committed and passionate team

* Flexible Working: Designed to promote balance in your professional and personal life

* Purpose-Driven Impact: Play a key role in improving outcomes for children in care

What You’ll Be Doing: * Lead and inspire a team delivering statutory services to children and young people in care

* Provide supervision, guidance, and reflective leadership to ensure safe and effective practice

* Oversee care and permanence planning, including court and multi-agency coordination

* Monitor performance through key data metrics, ensuring compliance and driving improvement

* Chair strategic meetings, case planning, and safeguarding reviews

* Manage team resources, staffing, and contribute to recruitment and retention strategies

* Deputise for the Service Manager when needed and contribute to service-wide improvements

You’ll Need: * A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW, etc.)

* Social Work England registration

* Completion of the ASYE, if applicable

* Substantial post-qualification experience in children’s social care, particularly in Looked After Children or court proceedings

* Excellent leadership, supervisory, and team-building skills

* A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable Experience: * Experience managing complex casework or court-related social work

* Mentoring or developing junior staff

* Using dashboards or contributing to service redesign and improvements
Job number 3320939

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