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JOB-20240819-db742659Exciting locum opportunity in Gravesend! We are seeking a Senior Social Work Practitioner to join our Children with Disabilities Team, earning £42 hourly on a full-time basis over a 3-month period. This role offers a fantastic chance to make a real difference in children’s lives while enjoying the flexibility and diversity of locum work. If you have a heart for helping children with disabilities and are eager to work in a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you. Perks and benefits:<ul>
<li>Locum job: Enjoy the freedom and flexibility that locum work offers, allowing you to embrace new experiences while maintaining work-life balance.</li><li>Competitive hourly rate: Earn £42 per hour, reflecting both your expertise and commitment.</li><li>Professional development: Access ongoing training opportunities to enhance your skills and career progression.</li><li>Networking opportunities: Meet new professionals in your field and expand your professional network.</li></ul>
 What you will do:<ul>
<li>Assess and manage a caseload of children with disabilities, ensuring that their needs are effectively met.</li><li>Develop and implement care plans tailored to each child's unique circumstances, working closely with families, carers, and other professionals.</li><li>Provide expert advice and guidance to colleagues and partners, enhancing the overall service delivery.</li><li>Lead and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings, contributing to collaborative decision-making processes.</li><li>Keep detailed records and reports on cases, ensuring all information is up-to-date and securely maintained.</li></ul>
 Gravesend is a vibrant location brimming with cultural heritage and fantastic amenities. From its beautiful riverside views to historic sites, there is plenty to explore in your downtime. Being well-connected, Gravesend offers easy access to both the bustling city life of London and the serene Kent countryside. Join us and immerse yourself in a community that is both welcoming and rewarding to work in. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Sanctuary Personnel

Senior Social Work Practitioner - Children with Disabilities Team

JOB-20240819-db742659Social Worker Senior Practitioner - Children With Disabilities Team opportunity in South Kent, UK, earning a competitive £42 hourly. This ongoing role offers flexibility as both full-time and part-time options are available. It's an exciting chance for a Social Worker Senior Practitioner to make a significant impact within the Children With Disabilities Team. Explore the scenic beauty of South Kent while contributing to positive change in young lives. Perks and benefits:- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility and financial benefits of an hourly rate, allowing you to balance work with your lifestyle. - Work-Life Balance: As a locum, you have the unique advantage of choosing your work schedule, leading to a healthier work-life balance. - Diverse Work Experience: Locum positions offer exposure to different environments and situations, enhancing your professional skills. - Enhanced Professional Network: Working across various roles helps build a robust professional network enriching your career opportunities. What you will do:- Assess the needs of children with disabilities and their families, planning and implementing interventions to support their well-being. - Collaborate with a range of professionals and agencies to ensure comprehensive, interdisciplinary support. - Provide expert guidance and supervision to less experienced social workers within the team. - Maintain accurate records and reports in line with legal requirements and best practices. South Kent is a vibrant and diverse area offering a delightful mix of coastal charm and lush countryside. With excellent schools, transport links, and community facilities, South Kent is not just a place to work but a place to call home. Enjoy the natural beauty and cultural richness while you make a real difference in children's lives. Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Social Work Senior Practitioner - Children With Disabilities Team

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<h3>Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team</h3>

Location: Medway, UK 
 Specialism: Adults' Social Work 
 Salary: £40.00 per hour 
 Contract: Ongoing 
 Hours: Part Time / Full Time

Step into a pivotal role as a Senior Social Worker within the Safeguarding Team in Medway, where you'll make a measurable impact on the protection and wellbeing of vulnerable adults. This flexible ongoing position offers an excellent hourly rate of £40.00, with the option to work part time or full time-ideal for experienced practitioners ready to lead, guide, and grow within a dynamic service.

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Part Time / Full Time: Choose a working pattern that supports your lifestyle and wellbeing.
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Hourly Pay: Benefit from an attractive rate of £40.00 per hour, rewarding your expertise and commitment.
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Professional Development: Take on mentoring responsibilities and contribute to service development projects that elevate practice standards.
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Community Impact: Play a central role in safeguarding vulnerable adults and strengthening community resilience in Medway.
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Supportive Environment: Join a reflective, collaborative team that values your input and supports your ongoing growth.
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<h3>What You Will Do:</h3>

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Manage a complex caseload involving adults at risk, including individuals experiencing abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
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Lead Section 42 enquiries, carrying out detailed risk assessments and implementing robust safety plans.
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Mentor and support less experienced social workers, promoting reflective practice and high-quality decision-making.
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Build effective partnerships with external agencies such as police, health services, and housing providers to ensure holistic safeguarding.
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Maintain accurate, detailed records and produce high-standard reports for meetings, strategy discussions, and court proceedings.
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Contribute to team meetings and service development initiatives, helping to enhance safeguarding frameworks and practices.
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Minimum 18 months' experience as a Designated Safeguarding Officer or Safeguarding Adults Manager.
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Valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
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Senior Social Worker - Safeguarding Team 

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Job Title: Social Worker Team Manager - Kinship &amp; Post Order Support Team 
 Specialism: Children's Social Care 
 Location: Kent, UK 
 Salary: £47.00 per hour 
 Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing (Locum)

Step into a leadership role as a Social Worker Team Manager for the Kinship &amp; Post Order Support Team in the picturesque county of Kent. This full-time locum position offers a competitive hourly rate of £47.00 and the chance to lead a team dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families. Make a meaningful impact every day while enjoying the flexibility and variety that locum work provides.

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Locum Job: Benefit from flexibility and the ability to choose assignments that fit your lifestyle while gaining diverse experience.
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Professional Growth: Access ongoing training and development to enhance your leadership skills and advance your career.
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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the adaptability of locum roles, providing you with greater control over your schedule.
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Competitive Pay: Earn a rewarding hourly rate that reflects your expertise and dedication.
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<h3>What You Will Do:</h3>

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Lead and manage the Kinship &amp; Post Order Support Team, ensuring high-quality assessment, support, and supervision for children and families.
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Supervise an Assistant Team Manager and a team of social workers, maintaining compliance with statutory requirements and best practice standards.
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Conduct high-quality assessments of kinship carers, supporting the safe placement of vulnerable children within their families.
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Deliver comprehensive Special Guardianship Support Services, enabling families to provide excellent care throughout a child's life.
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Foster effective partnership working with Council services and partner agencies to ensure seamless service delivery.
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Contribute to the council's vision for Children's Social Care, meeting strategic objectives and priorities.
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Demonstrate proficiency across the Professional Capabilities Framework at Advanced Social Worker level and apply knowledge of the Skills Statement for practice supervisors.
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<h3>Why Kent?</h3>

Kent, known as the "Garden of England," combines picturesque countryside with vibrant communities. Enjoy easy access to London, a rich local history, and beautiful landscapes. This role offers professional and personal fulfilment in a region renowned for its quality of life and scenic charm.

<h3>Working with Sanctuary Personnel:</h3>

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and numerous

Social Worker Team Manager - Kinship & Post Order Support Team

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Job Title: Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Team 
 Location: Medway, UK 
 Salary: £38.00 per hour 
 Type: Full-time, Ongoing Locum

Join an exciting opportunity as a Supervising Social Worker within the Fostering Team in Medway. This ongoing locum position offers a competitive hourly rate of £38.00 and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of looked-after children while working in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

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Locum Flexibility: Shape your schedule and enjoy improved work-life balance.
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Professional Growth: Expand your experience across diverse cases and grow your professional network.
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Competitive Pay: Locum rates often exceed permanent roles.
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Supportive Team: Be part of a team dedicated to fostering excellence and delivering high-quality care.
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<h3>What You Will Do</h3>

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Support, supervise, and develop foster carers to ensure exceptional care for children in placement.
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Conduct regular visits and maintain communication with foster carers, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and agency policies.
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Assess, train, and guide prospective foster carers through the approval process.
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Monitor the progress and development of children in placement, collaborating with other professionals to meet their needs.
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Maintain accurate records and reports, ensuring clear communication within the team and with external agencies.
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Participate in team meetings and contribute to the ongoing development of the fostering service.
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<h3>Why Medway?</h3>

Medway offers a rich historical setting, vibrant community life, and beautiful surroundings. With excellent transport links to London and easy access to the Kent countryside, it provides the perfect balance of work and leisure opportunities.

<h3>Working with Sanctuary Personnel</h3>

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excelle

Supervising Social Worker - Fostering Team

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Qualified Social Worker - Children Safeguarding Team 
 Location: Maidstone, UK (with opportunities in Swale, Maidstone &amp; Dover) 
 Salary: £38.00 per hour 
 Type: Locum, Full-Time 
 Duration: Ongoing

Step into a rewarding role as a Qualified Social Worker within the Children Safeguarding Team in Maidstone. This full-time, ongoing locum position offers an excellent opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families across Kent. Earn a competitive hourly rate of £38.00 while working flexibly in one of the county's most supportive and dynamic teams.

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Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the autonomy to choose assignments that suit your schedule and lifestyle, giving you control over your work-life balance.
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Competitive Pay: Be rewarded for your dedication and expertise with an attractive hourly rate.
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Professional Growth: Access continuous training and development opportunities to enhance your practice and career progression.
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Varied Experience: Gain valuable experience working across multiple locations - Swale, Maidstone, and Dover - expanding your knowledge and professional network.
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<h3>What You Will Do</h3>

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Manage a diverse and complex Children and Families caseload.
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Undertake assessments and reviews to promote the welfare and safety of children.
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Prepare detailed welfare reports and represent children's interests in court when required.
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Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and partner agencies to implement effective safeguarding strategies.
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Travel across Kent to visit children, providing essential support and care - especially in emergency situations.
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Degree in Social Work or equivalent (DipSW, CQSW).
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Completion of
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Qualified Social Worker - Children Safeguarding Team

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Social Worker – Children Safeguarding Team Location: Medway, UK Salary: £38.00 per hour Type: Locum, Full-Time Duration: OngoingJoin our dynamic Children Safeguarding Team in Medway and take your career to the next level! This full-time locum position offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families while earning a competitive hourly rate of £38.00.<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3>
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Hybrid Working: Work three days a week in the office, with flexibility to manage your work-life balance.</li><li>
Locum Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to explore different assignments and expand your professional experience.</li><li>
Requirements: A minimum of three years post-qualifying experience in a Local Authority setting, plus a full UK driving licence and access to a business-insured vehicle.</li></ul>
<h3>What You Will Do</h3>
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Conduct assessments to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and families.</li><li>
Develop, implement, and review care plans tailored to individual needs.</li><li>
Work collaboratively with multi-agency teams to deliver coordinated support.</li><li>
Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.</li><li>
Provide professional advice and support to colleagues and partner organisations.</li></ul>
<h3>Why Medway</h3>
Located in the heart of Kent, Medway blends historical heritage with modern vibrancy. With great transport links to London and easy access to the scenic Kent countryside, it’s an ideal spot to balance work and leisure. Whether you’re exploring historic landmarks or enjoying the area’s cultural attractions, Medway offers the perfect setting for a fulfilling professional and personal life.<h3>Working with Sanctuary Personnel</h3>
Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted, award-winning agency with an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating. We specialise in matching skilled professionals with rewarding roles, offering competitive rates, flexibility, and ongoing support to help you succeed in your social work career.

Social Worker - Children Safeguarding Team

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Senior Social Worker - Adults Early Help and Prevention Team 
 Location: Chatham, UK 
 Salary: £40.00 per hour 
 Type: Locum, Full-Time 
 Duration: Ongoing

Step into a dynamic and rewarding role as a Senior Social Worker within the Adults Early Help and Prevention Team in Chatham. This ongoing locum position offers full-time hours and a competitive hourly rate of £40.00, giving you the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Medway residents by supporting independence through early intervention.

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Locum Flexibility: Shape your work schedule to suit your personal life, with the freedom to choose assignments that fit your career goals.
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Hybrid Working: Enjoy a mix of office-based work (1-2 days per week) and remote working, plus dynamic in-person visits to keep your days varied and engaging.
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Duty Week Rotation: Participate in the engaging duty week every 5th week, giving you hands-on experience in critical interventions.
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Professional Development: Collaborate with a supportive team, gain exposure to complex adult social care cases, and expand your professional expertise.
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<h3>What You Will Do</h3>

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Deliver high-quality Adult Social Care services efficiently and with a care-focused approach.
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Supervise and support a small team of social care staff, ensuring best practices are consistently followed.
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Provide coaching and mentoring to foster the professional growth of your team.
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Manage a complex caseload, navigating high-risk scenarios while safeguarding individuals' welfare.
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Collaborate with senior colleagues and managers to deliver holistic, person-centred, strength-based assessments and interventions.
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Participate in audits and implement the quality assurance framework to enhance service standards.
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Minimum of two years post-qualifying experience as a social worker.
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Full driving licence with access to a vehicle.
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Flexibility to perform unplanned or short-notice visits when necessary.
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<h3>Why Chatham</h3>

Chatham offers a vibrant community with historical charm, scenic riverside views, and a lively so

Adults Senior Social worker - Early Help and Prevention Team

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Social Worker within the Regional Adoption Agency Team to work full time based in Medway. The salary for this permanent Social Worker job is up to £48,197 per annum. Main duties: <ul>
<li>Manage a high and diverse number of cases within the parameters of agreed policies and practices, together with the professional guidance and support from Senior Practitioners to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and meet their individual needs.</li><li>Work in partnership with the child, parents and carers, Health Service including Acute and Community Trusts and with Primary Care Trusts, Education Authority, District Councils, commercial and private sector and voluntary bodies to identify, evaluate and review care plans to produce positive outcomes for children and their adoptive and foster families.</li><li>Assist the Senior Practitioner and other colleagues in identifying, planning and delivering its core tasks of recruiting, assessment, training and supervision of adoptive families and foster carers to a high professional standard.</li><li>Keep contemporaneous case notes and regularly update records, reports, plans and assessments so that information and planning for the children is the most relevant and current.</li><li>Maintain an awareness of changes in child development etc. and related theories, legislation, corporate and directorate policies, local and agency practices, in order to disseminate knowledge and contribute to the delivery of a high standard of service.</li><li>Attend regular ‘in-house’ core training courses, compile a portfolio of evidence supported by experiences in the field to achieve appropriate competency levels.</li><li>Regularly review the progress and implementation of children’s plans and update these based on new assignments or significant changes in the child or family circumstances.</li><li>Prepare applications for submission to Family Courts and represent the County Council’s Children &amp; Families Service as and when required in court in accordance with procedures to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.</li><li>Keep up to date with research findings, theoretical models and innovative practice within the social work field.</li></ul>
Requirements of this Social Worker role:<ul>
<li>A professional Social Work qualification or equivalent.</li><li>Understanding of relevant legislation.</li><li>Registered or eligible for registration.</li><li>Have a good working knowledge of the relevant legislation.</li></ul>
Contact: This Social Worker job is advertised by Charlie Reeve; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

Social Worker - Regional Adoption Agency

JOB-20241107-791d94d2Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency has a new permanent position available for a Team Manager within the Fostering Recruitment &amp; Assessment Team to work Full Time based in Medway.The salary for this permanent Team Manager job is up to £57,198 per annum. Main duties:<ul>
<li>To work with the team to deliver the Council’s targets for the recruitment and assessment of foster carers and supported lodgings carers.</li><li>Lead, manage and motivate a staff team ensuring high quality supervision is completed regularly, which includes case management oversight, timely decision making, the effective supervision of and support to prospective foster carers, supporting lodgings carers and private foster carers to ensure the highest standards of care to children, and provides the opportunity to reflect and recognise areas of practice which are good or require improvement, and supports the ongoing learning and development of workers.</li><li>Allocate assessment work within the statutory timescale ensuring assessments, statutory visits and planned reviews have clear objectives and outcomes in order to ensure that all prospective carers progress through assessment stages at pace and where appropriate are presented for approval at Fostering panel timely.</li><li>Complete and review performance development plans for the team which enhance individuals personal and professional development needs and contributes towards staff retention.</li><li>Effectively use available team performance data to monitor standards and performance and ensure compliance with practice standards and procedures.</li><li>Contribute to the management of the staffing budget for the team by approving and committing expenditure within your delegated authority, and monitoring and reporting commitments in order to ensure budget is not exceeded.</li><li>Supports the safer recruitment and selection of new staff, both within the team and across Children’s Social Care in order to ensure staffing levels are maintained.</li><li>Chair strategy, review, planning, professional and network meetings as appropriate.</li><li>Keep up to date with Council’s organisational policies, government guidance, legislation, research and national trends in order to maintain the highest professional standards.</li><li>Deputise and supports the Service Manager where necessary on all aspects relating to the development of the service, and cover for other Team Mangers where appropriate.</li><li>At the discretion of the Head of Service, such other activities as may from time to time may be agreed consistent with the nature of the job described above.</li></ul>
Requirements of this Team Manager role:<ul>
<li>A professional Social Work qualification or equivalent.</li><li>Understanding of relevant legislation.</li><li>Registered or eligible for registration.</li><li>Have a good working knowledge of the relevant legislation.</li><li>Have management experience in social care.</li></ul>
Contact: This Team Manager job is advertised by Charlie Reeve; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet our clients' requirements. As a pioneer of diverse recruitment, Sanctuary Personnel is proud to encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds as our pool of candidates is very much reflective of the clients that candidates will support within their role. This very much played a significant in previously winning ‘Best Candidate Care’ at the Recruiter Awards as well being a two-time finalist for the same award. Sanctuary takes great pride in building candidate and client relationships that promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). With recruitment consultants and all other employees undertaking annual online training on EDI and many other compliance training courses, Sanctuary is best placed to undertake a fair and thorough selection process. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement

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