Team Manager

Job Title:Team Manager, Children Looked After TeamLocation: Slough, BerkshireSalary: £61,632 – £63,824 per annumContract Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout the Role:We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Social Work Team Manager to lead it’s Children Looked After Team. As the Team Manager for the Children Looked After Team, you will lead and manage a dedicated team of social workers and support staff responsible for providing high-quality care and support to children and young people in the care of the local authority. You will ensure that all statutory responsibilities are met, and services are delivered in line with best practices, with the ultimate goal of promoting the safety, stability, and well-being of looked after children.Key Responsibilities:Provide strong and effective leadership to the Children Looked After Team, ensuring a shared vision for delivering excellent outcomes for children in care.Manage and supervise a team of social workers and support staff, offering guidance, support, and regular supervision to ensure high-quality practice.Monitor team performance against service objectives, providing feedback and implementing action plans to address any areas of improvement.Ensure that care plans for looked after children are robust, child-centred, and regularly reviewed to reflect their changing needs.Oversee the management of caseloads to ensure timely and effective interventions.Ensure that statutory visits, health assessments, and personal education plans (PEPs) are completed in accordance with legal and policy requirements.Provide oversight and quality assurance for court reports, care plans, and other key documentsFoster strong working relationships with multi-agency partners, including health, education, legal services, and fostering teams, to deliver holistic and coordinated support.Represent the Children Looked After Team at multi-agency meetings, panels, and court proceedings, ensuring the local authority’s interests are effectively advocated.Work collaboratively with colleagues across children’s services to ensure a seamless transition for children and young people as their needs change.Ensure that safeguarding procedures are consistently applied and that risks to children and young people are effectively identified, managed, and reviewed.Provide advice and support to social workers in complex or high-risk cases, ensuring that decision-making is informed and evidence-based.Act decisively to escalate and address any safeguarding concerns, ensuring that children and young people are protected from harm.Requirements of the Team Manager:A recognised qualification in Social Work (e.g., BA/MA Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or equivalent).Registration with Social Work England (SWE) as a qualified social worker.Significant experience in children’s social work, including assessment and intervention work.Proven experience in managing or supervising social work teams, ideally within a children’s services context.A strong understanding of relevant legislation and statutory requirements, including the Children Act 1989, Working Together to Safeguard Children guidance, and relevant case law.Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff, manage performance, and drive improvement.Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organisational skills.Ability to work under pressure, manage competing demands, and deliver high-quality services in a timely manner.A commitment to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of children and families.How to Apply:If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding leadership role in children’s social work, we encourage you to apply. Join a team that is committed to safeguarding children and making a positive difference to the community.Please note, this job is managed by Sanctuary Personnel on behalf of its client. If you apply, Sanctuary Personnel will receive your details and be in touch to progress your application.Apply NowStart your journey with Team ManagerApplication form on single job posts and dynamic jobs board." * " indicates required fieldsHow would you like to apply?With CVWithout CVFirst Name *Surname *Email *Phone *Are you a qualified social worker in the UK? *Do you have experience as a social worker in the UK? *Current Job Title *Current Employer *Postcode *Upload your CV (.pdf or .doc max size 3MB)Choose file * Accepted file types: docx, doc, pdf, jpeg, jpg, png, Max. file size: 3 MB.Consent *I accept the privacy policy and acknowledge this role is managed by Sanctuary Personnel on behalf of the employer. *This field is hidden when viewing the formAre you a qualified social worker in the UK? *YesNoThis field is hidden when viewing the formDo you have experience as a social worker in the UK? *YesNoEmail This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. #J-18808-Ljbffr