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Make a difference as a Team Manager
As a 'Good' authority following our recent OFSTED Inspection, we are seeking to recruit to the permanent role of Team Manager within the Family Help and Protection Service to help us continue to provide quality support to our children and families in St Helens.
The Family Help and Protection Service is responsible for children subject to child in need, child protection plans and care proceedings after the assessment has been completed to determine the right plan for the child and family. This post is located in Family Help and Protection Team 1 and includes an Assistant Team Manager, 6 Social Workers, and 1 Social Work Assistant. The team has been well established over a long period of time, and a full induction will be provided for the successful applicant. This is one of a Management Team of 9 Managers who work well together and provide support and assistance to each other.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide supervision and support to team members.
2. Ensure quality support for children and families.
3. Participate in activities both internal and external to the Borough.
4. Engage in continuous professional development.
Minimum Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification and registration with SW England.
* Minimum of three years post-qualifying experience.
* Two years working with children and families.
* Experience of providing supervision.
This is an exciting opportunity for the continued development of the quality of services provided to children and families. You will receive regular supervision and frequent opportunities for career progression.
We operate a hybrid working arrangement to support staff to work from home and in the office and come together with your team on a regular basis.
Working for St Helens
Located in the heart of the North West close to Liverpool, Manchester, and Lancashire, St Helens is a 'Good' authority passionate and ambitious for the children and families we support, our communities, and our workforce. We continue to focus on our journey to 'Outstanding' and can only do this because of our highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce.
If you are experiencing issues with applying online, you can contact a member of the team at Recruitment@sthelens.gov.uk and a form will be sent to you to complete.
This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.
Equality & Diversity
St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds who share our values and commitment to inclusion.
NOLAN Principles of Conduct in Public Life.
All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.
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