Social Work Team Manager, £44.50ph CLA, BedfordshirePertemps are seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead and manage the Children Looked After Team. This is a vital role aimed at supporting the best possible outcomes for children and young people, ensuring they are safeguarded and achieve positive life outcomes.The successful candidate will lead a team of ASYE’s, Social Workers, and Senior Practitioners, delivering effective social work interventions in line with statutory frameworks. The role requires a strong focus on high-risk decision-making, performance management, and ensuring services meet the highest professional standards.Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage the day-to-day operations of the team, including assessment, care planning, child protection, and data analysis.
2. Provide specialist interventions to children and families across Luton, ensuring all actions are in line with statutory provisions and best practices.
3. Coach, guide, and mentor the Deputy Team Manager and team members.
4. Support continuous professional development, keeping the team up to date with new legislation, research, and guidance.
5. Monitor team performance through auditing case files, quality assurance, and tracking progress.
6. Conduct regular supervision and check-ins to support staff strengths and address areas for improvement.
7. Attend Team Manager Meetings and service briefings, contributing to the continuous impro...