Children's Team Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Team Manager to lead a dedicated team of Children's Social Workers in Leeds. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of children and families within our community.
Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Provide effective leadership and supervision to a team of Children's Social Workers, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
• Case Management Oversight: Monitor and supervise the case management of individual children and families, ensuring timely assessments, intervention plans, and service delivery.
• Performance Management: Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and support the professional development of team members.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that all practice is aligned with best practice guidelines, safeguarding protocols, and relevant legislation. Monitor the quality of service delivery and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Collaboration: Build strong working relationships with other professionals, including social workers, youth workers, educators, healthcare professionals, and community agencies, to ensure a coordinated approach to support.
• Partnership Working: Develop and maintain strong partnerships with external agencies, such as the police, education, and healthcare, to promote effective collaboration and communication.
• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans and initiatives for the team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Resource Management: Effectively manage resources, including budgets, staffing, and training, to optimize service delivery.
• Safeguarding: Uphold a commitment to safeguarding children, ensuring that all practice adheres to legal requirements and ethical standards.
• Policy and Procedure: Stay abreast of relevant policies and procedures related to child protection, safeguarding, and social work practice.
• Supervision and Support: Provide regular supervision to team members, offering guidance, support, and opportunities for reflection and development.

Qualifications:

• Social Work Qualification (BA/BSc/DipSW or equivalent) essential.
• Post-qualifying experience in Children's Services, ideally within a management or supervisory capacity.
• Proven experience in leading and managing teams.
• Strong understanding of child protection legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to ethical practice and culturally sensitive care.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage challenging situations.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £40 per hour.
• Flexible working arrangements - Hybrid role with a combination of home and office working.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
• Meaningful work making a real difference in the lives of children and families in Leeds.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

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