Children's Team Manager - Safeguarding and Care Planning

• Annual Salary: Up to £55,890 plus £2000 annual retention payment and £2000 Golden Hello.
• Location: Bromley Civic Centre, Hybrid Working
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are on the lookout for dedicated and experienced Team Managers to join our Children’s Social Care safeguarding team. This is a pivotal role in our journey to excellence, following our recent Ofsted rating of "outstanding". If you are a registered Team Manager with a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you.

• Assess and provide services to children in need within the framework of appropriate legislation, regulations, and departmental procedures.
• Manage a limited caseload of complex and problematic situations.
• Ensure efficient and effective service provision, liaising with various stakeholders.
• Maintain high standards of professional practice and promote enhancement within the team.
• Supervise professional staff, providing supervision, training, and personal development.
• Deputize for the Group Manager as required, managing duty, allocating priority work, and providing support and guidance.
• Chair a range of professional, statutory, and interagency meetings.
• Make recommendations regarding budget use to support care plans and exercise delegated budgetary powers.
• Undertake training, maintain knowledge of changes in procedures, legislation, and professional practice.
• Develop practice within the team, contribute to training, and represent the team on various bodies.

• Registered with Social Work England or able to obtain registration prior to commencement of employment.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Children Act 1989 and other relevant legislation.
• Experience in supervising complex casework and contested care proceedings.
• Experience in supervising, supporting, and coaching social workers.
• Practice teaching experience and raising practice standards.
• Ability to work within a legislative framework and manage time effectively.
• Creative thinking in meeting children’s and families’ needs.
• Valuing diversity and promoting equality.

• Up to £2000 annual retention payment and £2000 Golden Hello.
• Lease car option.
• 30 days annual leave.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Excellent training and career development pathways.
• Free car parking at Bromley Civic Centre.
• Mileage claim for business trips.
• Relocation Allowance (up to £8,000) for eligible candidates.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, technology, and gym memberships.
• Discounts at local retailers and opportunities to win event tickets.

To apply for this Team Manager position in Children’s Social Care, please submit your CV