Social Worker Team Manager - Children in Care Team

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker Team Manager - Children in Care Team
Specialism: Social Worker - Children
Location: Cheshire, UK
Salary: £45.00 hourly
Type: Ongoing, Part Time / Full Time

Social Worker Team Manager - Children in Care Team within Social Worker - Children in Cheshire (UK), earning £45.00 hourly. This is a rewarding locum opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. You will join the Children in Care Team at Cheshire East Council, leading a skilled group of social workers and practitioners. The role offers both part-time and full-time options, supporting a flexible approach to work while delivering high-quality services.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that suits your lifestyle, whether full time or part time.
• Hourly Pay: Benefit from a competitive hourly rate of £45.00, reflecting your leadership skills and experience.
• Professional Development: Access continuous professional development and leadership training to enhance your skills.
• Employee Wellbeing: Take advantage of employee wellbeing and support programmes designed to prioritise your health.
• Career Impact: Play a key role in shaping services and improving outcomes for children in care.

What you will do

• Team Leadership: Lead and manage a team of social workers within the Children in Care service.
• Care Planning: Deliver high-quality care planning, permanency planning, and pathway planning for children and young people.
• Statutory Oversight: Oversee statutory responsibilities, including reviews and visits, ensuring compliance with legislation and guidance.
• Performance Management: Drive team performance, setting clear targets and achieving positive outcomes.
• Supervision & Support: Provide reflective supervision, mentoring, and professional support to promote staff development.
• Multi-Agency Working: Work collaboratively with partner agencies including health, education, and voluntary services.
• Complex Decision-Making: Provide expert guidance on complex cases and support effective risk management.
• Service Development: Contribute to service improvement plans and preparation for inspections.

This role is ideal for candidates with a recognised social work qualification, current registration with Social Work England, and substantial experience within Children in Care or Looked After Children services. Strong leadership and decision-making skills are essential.

Why Cheshire

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