Team Lead for Child Welfare
4 weeks ago
This is a challenging opportunity to lead a team of experienced social workers in the London Borough of Croydon. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of managing high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement in practice.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess and care plan children in need, including those at risk of harm or in need of protection.
- Direct work with children and families to achieve desired outcomes.
- Promote permanence for looked-after children through assessment and care/permanence planning.
- Manage the day-to-day operational duties of a Family Assessment Team.
- Ensure service delivery aligns with council policies, government legislation, and department procedures.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership skills, a strong understanding of systemic ideas, and the ability to empower service users while managing risk.
Requirements:
- Social Work England registration.
- Knowledge of national policy and developments in children's social care.
- Able to lead improvement in social work practice at an operational level.
- Evidence of effective change management.
- Experience in managing childcare social workers with demonstrated results.
About the Role:
We offer a highly competitive compensation package, including a salary range of £58,692 - £60,819, 29-31 days annual leave, and opportunities for professional development.
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