Permanent Team Manager - 16+ Care Leavers Team

Join us in a rewarding opportunity to lead, mentor, and empower a dedicated team of social workers and personal advisors, committed to enhancing the lives of children in care, care-experienced young people, and their families. As a Team Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving positive outcomes and fostering strong partnerships within our community.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

• Lead and inspire your team, ensuring they receive high-quality supervision and support to excel in their roles.
• Oversee case management, decision-making processes, and the implementation of care plans, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Allocate cases effectively, prioritizing positive transitions and clear objectives for looked after children and care leavers.

Team Development:

• Develop and review performance plans for team members, nurturing their professional growth and enhancing staff retention.
• Utilize performance data to maintain standards and compliance with best practices.

Supervision and Support:

• Provide reflective case supervision that encourages professional growth and supports the progression of children and young people’s plans.
• Champion the independence and development of care-experienced young people transitioning into adulthood.

Financial Management and Recruitment:

• Manage the team's budget responsibly, ensuring expenditures align with organizational goals.
• Support the recruitment and selection process to maintain optimal staffing levels.

Professional Development:

• Stay abreast of organizational policies, legislative changes, and best practices to uphold the highest professional standards.
• Implement and promote the Signs of Safety practice model in all interventions and discussions.

Deputization and Collaboration:

• Support the Group Manager as needed and provide cover for other Team Managers, contributing to the overall development of the service.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Social Worker with Practice Educator Professional Standards (Stage 1 and 2) and/or Leadership Training.
• Postgraduate study in relevant fields is desirable.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people. Together, we can create a nurturing environment where every child's needs come first. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team.