Team Manager - Children In Care

Team Manager – Children In Care – Kent

Role:  Team Manager 
Location:  Kent
Team: Children In Care
Pay:  up to £47 per hour
Contract: Full-Time Locum
OFSTED: Outstanding
In the office: Hybrid

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Manager to lead the Children in Care Team at a well-regarded local authority in Kent. With an OFSTED rating of GOOD, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced leader to oversee the work of qualified social workers, ensuring high-quality service delivery to vulnerable children and young people in care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strong leadership and management to the Children in Care Team, ensuring all statutory duties are met.
• Oversee the case management of children and young people in care, ensuring care plans are effective, achievable, and meet the needs of the children.
• Support and develop team members through regular supervision, performance management, and professional development.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Work closely with multi-agency professionals, foster carers, and families to achieve positive outcomes for children in care.
• Ensure the team maintains excellent standards of safeguarding practice and participates in OFSTED inspections as required.

Essential Requirements:

• Social Work England registration (must be fully qualified).
• Previous experience in Children’s Services with a focus on Children in Care.
• Proven leadership experience in managing or supervising a team of social workers.
• In-depth knowledge of child protection legislation, Looked After Children (LAC) procedures, and permanency planning.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates of up to £47 per hour, dependent on experience.
• Work within a supportive team in a GOOD-rated local authority.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Access to ongoing professional training and development.

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