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Team Manager - Safeguarding

Salary: £53500 - £57500 per annum
Location: England

 

Connect2Socialwork is recruiting on behalf of a local authority in the Midlands for an experienced and motivated Team Manager to join their dynamic and ambitious Family Safeguarding Service, supporting children from birth to 12 years old as well as the Adolescent Safeguarding Team, supporting children 13 years to 17 years.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled leader to take on a pivotal role within a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team, delivering high-quality safeguarding services that make a real difference in the lives of children and families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage an integrated social work team, ensuring children receive timely and effective support that promotes their welfare.
  • Provide operational leadership and build strong partnerships with internal and external agencies.
  • Champion permanence planning and demonstrate expertise in court-related work.
  • Collaborate with fellow Team Managers to implement the Service Plan and foster a professional, learning-focused culture.
  • Promote restorative practice and co-produce care plans that address both intra-familial and extra-familial risks.

What is on Offer:

  • A supportive management structure committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  • A workplace culture that values innovation, collaboration, and high standards of practice.
  • Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
  • Flexible working arrangements and a generous benefits package.
  • Enhanced DBS check and medical clearance required.

If you are a passionate and experienced leader with a commitment to child-centred practice and a desire to positively impact outcomes for children and families, Connect2Socialwork invites you to apply.

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.