Social Worker - Team Manager - Looked After Children Team

JOB [ Click Apply]db742659 Job Description: Social Worker - Team Manager (Looked After Children Team) Location: Brent, London Pay Rate: £44.50 per hour Contract: Temporary, ongoing Hours: Full-time About the Role: Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of Looked After Children in Brent? We are searching for a knowledgeable and experienced Social Worker to step into a leadership role as Team Manager. This is an ongoing, temporary full-time position, perfect for someone eager to take their career to the next level while overseeing a team that ensures the best care and support for children and young people. Perks and Benefits: * Enjoy competitive pay that recognises your expertise and dedication, rewarding you for the invaluable work you do. * This opportunity offers a superb platform for professional growth in a fulfilling role, helping you to expand your skills and gain valuable experience. * With flexible shifts, balancing your personal and professional life becomes a breeze. Join a vibrant work environment where support and teamwork thrive. * Experience the exhilaration and challenge that each day brings, broadening your skills and allowing you to make a tangible difference. * Also, enjoy the satisfaction of being part of a supportive community within Brent's Children's Services. What You Will Do: - Lead, manage, and support a team of social workers and practitioners working with Looked After Children, ensuring effective case management and high-quality service delivery. - Provide professional supervision, performance management, and development opportunities for team members. - Oversee the assessment, planning, and review of care plans for Looked After Children, ensuring they are child-centred and outcome-focused. - Ensure all statutory duties related to Looked After Children are met, including compliance with the Children Act 1989 and 2004, and relevant safeguarding legislation. - Work closely with children, families, carers, and partner agencies (health, education, police, and voluntary sector) to promote the welfare and safeguarding of children. - Monitor and evaluate the quality of social work practice within the team, implementing improvements where necessary. - Manage resources effectively, including caseload allocation and budget oversight. - Contribute to service development and strategic planning within Brent's Children's Services. - Represent the team and Brent local authority at multi-agency meetings, panels, and court proceedings as required. - Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of service delivery. Qualifications & Experience: - Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England. - Proven experience in working with Looked After Children and child protection. - Previous experience in a supervisory or managerial role within children's social care. - Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice in child safeguarding and looked after children services. Skills & Attributes: - Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building effective relationships with children, families, and professionals. - Ability to manage complex and challenging cases with sound judgement and decision-making. - Organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively. - Commitment to promoting the welfare and rights of children and young people. - Resilient and able to work under pressure while maintaining professional standards. Brent is a wonderful place to live and work, offering a rich cultural diversity and a friendly, community-focused atmosphere. With excellent transport links, beautiful parks, and vibrant neighbourhoods, you will find both professional growth and personal fulfilment in this unique area of London. Take the next exciting step in your career and join us in making a positive impact in Brent. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 6/17/2025