Team Manager Social Care - Family Help Service

JOB-20240819-db742659

Team Manager, Social Care - Family Help Service (Wandsworth, UK)

Position Overview:

• Seeking a motivated and forward-thinking professional to join the Family Help Service as a Team Manager, Social Care.

• Permanent role based in the vibrant borough of Wandsworth, UK.

• Competitive annual salary ranging from £57,939 to £68,515.

• Flexible working options available, including full-time and part-time arrangements.

• Be part of a collaborative, nurturing team committed to making a positive impact on families and children.

Key Benefits:

• Flexible working: Choose full-time or part-time hours to support a healthy work-life balance.

• Generous leave entitlement: 31 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Local Government pension scheme: Secure and contributory pension to support your financial future.

• Employee discounts: Access to a range of discounts for leisure activities, dining, shopping, and more.

• Professional development: Continuous learning opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, support, and manage a skilled team delivering high-quality and responsive family help and social work services.

• Serve as the lead professional in statutory interventions including child protection, care proceedings, and looked-after children cases.

• Conduct in-depth assessments of need and risk; coordinate multi-agency interventions for safeguarding children.

• Collaborate with health and social care professionals to promote the safety and welfare of children.

• Develop and deliver tailored care plans and support packages for children with complex needs.

• Represent the service in court proceedings, advocating for the best interests of children and ensuring robust legal protection.

• Strategically plan care for children who are unable to remain within their family environment due to safeguarding concerns.

Service Focus:

• Dedicated to supporting families with very young children, those experiencing chronic challenges such as domestic violence and mental health issues, and children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

• Play a critical role in delivering transformative, impactful int