Senior Social Work Team Lead — Adults Services

My Social Work News; Blackburn, Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A social work organization in Blackburn & Darwen is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for an ongoing contract at £40 per hour. This role involves leading services to improve the lives of adults, ensuring compliance with legislation, and managing risks within the team. The position offers a competitive rate with opportunities for professional development and a supportive working environment. Join a dedicated team making a real difference in the community while enjoying the vibrant local culture.

Benefits

Flexible assignments

Comprehensive training programmes

Encouraging team environment

Strong support network

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage services to improve adults’ lives while ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and policies.
• Analyse and manage risks within your team, ensuring social care colleagues adhere to statutory requirements and guidance.
• Assure the quality and timeliness of pathway plans for adults, working collaboratively with them and external partners.
• Oversee budget management, ensuring alignment with financial rules and identifying opportunities for savings.
• Provide professional supervision and support to staff, fostering growth and performance improvement.
• Maintain high standards of record-keeping and report writing within your team.
• Drive recruitment, induction, and training efforts to ensure effective and innovative service delivery.
• Contribute to service planning and development, participating in research and project work.
• Ensure effective communication and foster strong relationships with staff and partners.
• Participate in quality assurance audits, providing valuable feedback for continuous improvement.
• Thoroughly investigate complaints as per procedures.
• Stay updated on professional knowledge and management expertise through ongoing development and training.
• Manage human resources processes, from induction to succession planning.

Job description

A social work organization in Blackburn & Darwen is seeking a Social Work Team Manager for an ongoing contract at £40 per hour. This role involves leading services to improve the lives of adults, ensuring compliance with legislation, and managing risks within the team. The position offers a competitive rate with opportunities for professional development and a supportive working environment. Join a dedicated team making a real difference in the community while enjoying the vibrant local culture.