Children's Services Manager

2 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH Full time
Our Approach
LONDON BOROUGH OF LAMBETH is committed to delivering high-quality services that meet the needs of foster carers and looked-after children. Our innovative 'Children at the Heart of Practice' framework inspires, resources, and enables social workers to undertake great relationship-based social work practice.

Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Supervising Social Worker to join our Fostering Support Team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of foster carers and looked-after children. The successful candidate will have a passion for children and young people, excellent organisational skills, and effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities
* Provide support and guidance to foster carers and looked-after children through regular visits, assessments, and review meetings* Develop and deliver training for foster carers on various topics, including systemic approaches to working with domestic violence and adolescents* Collaborate with other teams to ensure a cohesive approach to supporting foster carers and looked-after children* Present to the Fostering Panel on foster carer reviews and progress* Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance skills and knowledge

Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field* Significant experience working with foster care or similar services* Excellent organisational skills, meeting deadlines, and analytical abilities* Effective communication and interpersonal skills* Ability to produce detailed written reports* Knowledge of systemic approaches to working with families and communities* Experience working with adolescents and domestic violence is desirable

Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £48,063 per year* Flexible working opportunities, including compressed hours and remote work options* Comprehensive benefits package, including 27 days of annual leave (rising to 35 days for those with continuous service of more than five years)* Access to funded training opportunities, including specialist training in systemic approaches to working with domestic violence and adolescents* Opportunity to work from a modern, award-winning working environment in the heart of Brixton

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