Service Manager

My Social Work News; Greenwich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care organization is seeking a Children’s Practice Manager for its Assessment and Support Teams in Greenwich, UK. This is an ongoing locum contract, ideal for those who thrive on variety and challenge. The successful candidate will lead day-to-day operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality support and safeguarding for children. Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and have experience in supervising children’s social care staff. Enjoy competitive hourly rates and flexibility in scheduling.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

High-quality training sessions

Flexible scheduling

Competitive hourly rates

Qualifications

• Registered with Social Work England and capable of exceeding standards.
• Experience in supervising children's social care staff.
• Active participation in continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direction for Assessment and Support Teams.
• Ensure timely allocations and statutory assessments.
• Assist in operational management and collaboration with the Team Leader.
• Support quality standards in safeguarding and child welfare.
• Allocate work and oversee training programs.
• Supervise and manage qualified social workers.

Skills

Supervision of social care staff

Experience in urban, diverse environments

Capability to exceed expected standards

Knowledge of quality assurance systems

Education

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

Children’s Practice Manager – Specialism in Assessment and Support – Greenwich, UK – £To be confirmed hourly – Ongoing contract.

Join us in an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire as a Children’s Practice Manager. Based in the vibrant area of Greenwich, you will steer our Assessment and Support Teams, ensuring they continue to provide exceptional care. With the flexibility of an ongoing locum contract, this role is perfect for those who thrive on variety and challenge.

Perks and benefits

As a locum, you will enjoy the flexibility to explore diverse work environments and schedule adaptability to suit your lifestyle. Benefit from our professional development opportunities and access to high-quality training sessions to advance your career. You’ll also have a chance to expand your professional network while working alongside experts in the field. Enjoy competitive hourly rates and the possibility to improve your work-life balance through flexible scheduling.

What you will do

• Provide day‑to‑day direction and coordination for staff within the Assessment and Support Teams.
• Ensure the delivery of timely and proportionate allocations, and statutory assessments based on identified risks.
• Assist in the operational management of the team, implementing new initiatives in collaboration with the Team Leader.
• Support the Team Leader in ensuring the team’s core functions uphold the highest quality standards in safeguarding and child welfare promotion.
• Allocate work, set targets, and oversee training programs, fostering staff development and motivation.
• Establish standards and priorities for the team, advocating quality management and adherence to policies.
• Supervise and manage up to two qualified social workers.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will be registered with Social Work England and possess the capability to exceed the expected standards for an experienced social worker. You should have experience in an urban, culturally diverse environment and evidence of continuous professional development. The candidate should also have experience supervising children’s social care staff and utilising quality assurance systems.

Greenwich is not just a fantastic place to work but also a wonderful place to live. It boasts beautiful parks, a vibrant community, and rich history, ensuring plenty to explore and enjoy in your downtime. With excellent transport links, you’ll find yourself easily connected to the heart of London and beyond. Embark on a new adventure, making a tangible difference in children’s lives while enjoying all that this iconic area has to offer!

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