Childrens Services

2 months ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom 21HSC LIMITED Full time

Childrens Services - Team Leader Role

21HSC is hiring a Team Leader for Childrens Services on a 6-month contract basis

Location: Edinburgh
Working Hours: 36 hours per week (Mon-Thurs 9:00 AM 5:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM 4:00 PM)
Assignment Length: 6 months
Driver preference: Drivers preferred due to city-wide coverage

Role Overview:
21HSC is seeking an experienced Team Leader to join A Childrens Services team. This crucial role involves managing high-risk child protection cases, supporting and supervising staff, and liaising with various partners to ensure the best outcomes for children and families. Given the crisis nature of the work, they require a steady manager with strong decision-making and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent social work in the Initial Referral Discussion (IRD) process, conducting relevant background checks, inputting data into the e-IRD system, and updating partners until the conclusion is reached.
  • Make key decisions on case allocations, ensuring high-risk, child protection cases are prioritised.
  • Provide oversight and support in case management, ensuring timely assessments and appropriate interventions.
  • Review staff reports to ensure high-quality casework and decision-making.
  • Work closely with colleagues across social work, police, health, and education, facilitating discussions and negotiations to ensure a coordinated approach to service delivery.

Experience and Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in managing a statutory child and families team, particularly with a focus on IRD decision-making and high-risk child protection work.
  • Strong leadership and management experience, with the ability to support and guide staff through complex and fast-moving cases.
  • In-depth knowledge of child protection procedures and experience of making key decisions on case allocations.
  • Strong partnership working skills and the ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively with a range of professionals.

To Apply:
To apply, follow the Apply Now link at the bottom of this job advert and submit your up-to-date CV. For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Danielle Frame/ Sean Carruthers at 21HSC.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a face-to-face or Teams interview. All applicants will undergo a thorough vetting process, including a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check, referencing, and SSSC registration check/endorsement.

About

21 Health and Social Care is a consultancy firm offering a range of employment positions within Social Work, Voluntary, Health & Social Care sectors across Scotland. With over 20 years experience working with the Scottish Market we have some of the best opportunities, complemented by unparalleled ongoing support and guidance throughout your journey with us. 21 HSC is run by Qualified Social Workers and Social Care professionals and is a registered employer with the SSSC.

21 HSC limited is an equal opportunities employer.

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