Assistant Team Manager - Children's Services

Job Introduction

You will line manage Children’s Practitioners & Social Workers while also deputising for the Team Manager, when required. You will also supervise Newly Qualified Social Workers, supporting and assessing them to meet the requirements of the council's Assessed & Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme. In addition, you will manage the Team’s duty and assessment function.

About you

As a qualified Social Worker, you will possess knowledge of services relevant to children, young people, families, carers, and groups, and knowledge of how to access relevant services. You working knowledge of the Family Safeguarding Model and Motivational Interviewing will be beneficial in ensuring timely progression of work with families within the FSP model, ensuring direct reports work in accordance with the model modules and attend group case supervision as required.

You should have considerable direct experience of safeguarding social work including child protection planning and legal casework., including knowledge of relevant law, legislation, guidance, policy and procedures in relation to children and families’ social work.

How to apply

To apply, please complete our online application form.

Application requirements:

• Explain how you meet the job role requirements and selection criteria as specified in the job description attached.
• Attach a cover letter and CV to your application form.
• If you encounter any difficulties while completing the form, please contact the Recruitment Team using the Application Enquiry Form on the Home Page.

We look forward to receiving your application!