Children's Social Work Team Manager

18 hours ago


Wigan Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Progressive Care UK Limited Full time €48,402 - €53,997

Job Title: Social Work Team Manager
Employment Type:Full-time
Progressive Care is a well-established National provider of care, assessment and support packages for Children, Families and, Young People.
Our experience and achievements in providing tailored and bespoke packages of Care and Support has led to a wealth of knowledge throughout the organisation that has helped to promote a nurturing culture. Provide management oversight of social work services within your region to ensure timely, high-quality assessments and interventions that secure positive outcomes for children and families.
Act as an expert in child and family assessments, mentoring team members and promoting best practices.
Line manage social workers, providing regular professional supervision and ensuring adherence to organisational policies and procedures.
Maintain an up-to-date calendar and ensure adequate social work management cover, including participation in the on-call rota.
Safeguarding and Assessment
Safeguard children, young people, and vulnerable adults by adhering to policies and promptly addressing concerns.
Oversee social workers completing family assessments using the service model and framework, evaluating risks, harm, parenting capacity, and family strengths.
Support social workers in implementing tailored strategies to address risks, including managing challenging behaviours in family settings.
Actively contribute to team and organisational meetings, fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture.
Lead social work improvement projects, contributing to service development, policies, and practices within legislative and policy frameworks.
Mentor and model good practice for social workers and social work students, providing guidance, supervision, and opportunities for reflective practice.
Deputize for the Service Manager Social Work when required and provide cover for the Social Work Academy Practice Manager.
Work across Progressive Care Services and within the community to deliver targeted support and fulfill management responsibilities as directed.
Provide social work consultations for managers and team members, ensuring consistent application of best practices.
Degree in Social Work and current registration with the relevant regulatory body.
Extensive experience in managing social work services, including supervision of staff and oversight of complex cases.
Expertise in child and family assessments, safeguarding, and risk management.
Comprehensive knowledge of legal, regulatory, and statutory frameworks in social work practice.
Opportunities to lead and shape social work practices in a dynamic and impactful organization.
A chance to make a significant difference in the lives of children, young people, and families
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
A dynamic environment focused on professional growth and innovative practices.



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