Social Worker - Team Manager within Family Support & Child Protection Team

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Social Worker - Team Manager within Family Support & Child Protection Team in Lambeth , UK, earning £44.50 hourly , required ASAP - Ongoing. Ready for your next exciting challenge in social work? As a Team Manager within the Family Support & Child Protection unit, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of Lambeth's children and families. With a minimum of 3 years of post-qualified experience, join us full time in our mission to create lasting positive change as part of Lambeth's improvement journey.

Perks and benefits:

- Flexi working arrangements allow you to work in a way that suits your lifestyle and the needs of the service, promoting an enviable work-life balance.

- Enjoy the freedom of hybrid working, with just a requirement to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days a week, giving you the flexibility to manage your own schedule.

- Receive an in-depth induction via the Social Care Academy to ensure you're well-equipped from day one.

- Our agile IT system enables you to work efficiently anywhere and everywhere - great for keeping up with the demands of modern social work.

- Benefit from a one-stop shop for centralised support in resource requests, affording you more time to focus on impactful work with families.

- Engage in regular training opportunities through the Lambeth Social Work Academy, enhancing your skillset and career development.

What you will do:

- Lead and manage a team of social workers dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the best interests of children.

- Oversee the daily operations of the team, ensuring compliance with governmental policies, legislation, and departmental procedures.

- Provide inspirational leadership and support to frontline staff, facilitating the implementation of new policies or procedural changes.

- Advise senior managers on strategic planning and service delivery directions to ensure high-quality outcomes.

- Ensure team performance targets are met, regularly reporting to managers and staff.

- Effectively manage the team's budget and expenditure to optimise resource usage and ensure value for money.

You must have a minimum of 3 year post qualified experience and committed to bring positive change and stability to the lives of children and families in the Borough.

Why Lambeth?

Lambeth is more than just a vibrant borough in London; it's a dynamic community dedicated to improvement and excellence in social care. With a focus on being kind, accountable, equitable, and ambitious, Lambeth offers a supportive environment for professionals looking to make a genuine difference. Its diverse cultural scene, excellent transport links, and opportunities for personal and professional growth make Lambeth a fantastic place to live and work. Join us and be part of something greater in Lambeth!

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