JOB-20240819-db742659

Service Manager (Social Worker) - Early Help, Prevention & SEND/Youth Justice Service

Specialism: Social Work / Youth Justice / Early Help & Prevention
Location: Haringey, London, UK
Salary: £46.88 per hour
Type: Locum
Contract: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 36 hours per week
Working Arrangement: Hybrid - 2-3 days in the office, with remote working available on other days

About the Role

Are you an experienced Social Work professional with a strong background in Youth Justice and Criminal Justice Services?

Sanctuary Personnel is currently recruiting for an exciting Service Manager (Social Worker) opportunity within the Early Help, Prevention & SEND/Youth Justice Service in Haringey.

This is a rewarding opportunity to take a leadership role in delivering impactful interventions that improve outcomes for children, young people and families across the community.

You will bring a minimum of three years' management experience within the Criminal Justice Service, alongside strong knowledge of Youth Justice and children's legislation. Your ability to build effective partnerships and lead high-quality services will be essential to your success in this role.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive Locum Pay: Earn £46.88 per hour with the flexibility and variety that locum work provides.
• Hybrid Working: Benefit from a balance of 2-3 days in the office and remote working on other days.
• Professional Development: Access opportunities for learning and development to support your career progression.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a dedicated and passionate team of professionals.
• Excellent Location: Conveniently located close to public transport links, making your commute straightforward.
• Meaningful Work: Make a genuine difference to young people, families and the wider Haringey community.

What You Will Do

• Prepare the Youth Justice Service for inspections, ensuring it is compliant and inspection-ready.
• Audit active Youth Justice Service caseloads to monitor quality, effectiveness and outcomes.
• Provide management cover and support to Team Managers and the Head of Service when required.
• Participate in and support Youth Justice Service Risk Management and Out of Court Disposal Panels.
• Oversee and contribute to Youth Justice Service learning reviews, ensuring learning is identified and embedded into practice.
• Implement and promote the Youth Justice Service participation strategy, encouraging meaningful involvement from young people and other stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of high-quality, effective and outcomes-focused Youth Justice services.
• Foster strong partnership working across relevant services and agencies to achieve positive outcomes.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration.
• Minimum of three years' management experience within the Criminal Justice Service.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Youth Justice practice.
• Sound knowledge of children's legislation and statutory requirements.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective multi-agency partnerships.
• Strong leadership, management, auditing and quality-assurance skills.
• Excellent communication, organisation and decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to improving outcomes for children, young people and families.

Why Haringey?

Haringey is a vibrant and diverse London borough with a rich cultural scene, strong community spirit and excellent transport connections. With a wide range of local amenities and easy access to the rest of London, Haringey provides an engaging environment in which to work and make a meaningful difference.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Work manager to take on a key leadership role wit