Children's Team Manager
A Local Authority is looking for a Qualified Team Manager for their Child Protection service in Merseyside. This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working.
You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)
About the team
This team is apart of a smaller local authority that has a friendly, supportive environment. As a local authority they promote flexible working and manageable caseloads. This Local Authority has high aspirations for their children and young people and are focused on making a real difference.
About the job
Lead and manage child protection and safeguarding services. Supervise, support, and develop social work and safeguarding staff. Oversee child protection assessments, investigations, and intervention plans. Manage complex and high-risk safeguarding cases. Ensure compliance with child protection legislation, policies, and procedures. Coordinate multi-agency working with key partners and stakeholders. Monitor service quality, performance, and case management standards. Chair or contribute to safeguarding meetings and case conferences. Ensure accurate record-keeping and timely reporting. Manage team workloads, resources, and service delivery. Respond to serious safeguarding concerns, incidents, and complaints. Promote best practice and continuous improvement in child protection services. Ensure children's welfare, rights, and voices remain central to decision-making
About you
The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification management experience in Children’s Social Work
What's on offer?
Up to £54,495dependent on experience 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Excellent CPD training & development opportunities Free Parking Further benefits
For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham
07825213518 / scunningham@charecruitment.com
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