Are you a Qualified Social Worker with leadership experience and a passion for safeguarding children and families facing complex challenges?
Oldham Council’s Children’s Services is looking for a Team Manager to join their specialist Complex Safeguarding Team.
Why Oldham?
Oldham is committed to delivering high-quality services that make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.
As a team manager in the Complex Safeguarding Team, you’ll be at the forefront of managing cases involving exploitation, trafficking, modern slavery, and other high-risk concerns.
What’s Involved:
1. Lead and manage a team of dedicated social workers to deliver effective safeguarding interventions.
2. Oversee and ensure the quality of assessments, care plans, and interventions.
3. Provide guidance, support, and supervision to team members to achieve positive outcomes.
4. Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
5. Drive team performance and maintain compliance with statutory requirements and council policies.
What We’re Looking For:
1. Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
2. Proven leadership or management experience within Children’s Services.
3. Strong knowledge and experience in complex safeguarding practices, including exploitation and high-risk interventions.
4. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
5. Ability to inspire and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
What’s on Offer:
1. Competitive hourly rate of £42 per hour.
2. Opportunity to work within a highly skilled and supportive team.
3. Flexible locum contract with potential for extension.
4. A chance to make a lasting impact in a critical area of children’s social care.
Take the next step in your career and make a difference where it matters. To apply or for more information, contact me today!
Olivia.Russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk
07521053670 / 0161 393 7038
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