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Social Work Team Manager – Child Protection Team

Job Title:
Social Work Team Manager – Child Protection Team

Specialism:
Children’s Social Care

Location:
Exeter, UK

Type:
Ongoing Full Time/Part Time

Embark on an exciting opportunity as a Social Work Team Manager within our Child Protection Team in the vibrant city of Exeter. Here, you can thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, working within Children’s Social Care, making a tangible impact on the lives of children and families. With an attractive hourly rate of £47.50, this ongoing role can be full time or part time to suit your work-life balance.

Perks and benefits

• Flexible Working: Enjoy the flexibility of full time or part time options that cater to your personal and professional needs.
• Location: This role offers a chance to work in a location that balances a rich history with natural beauty, providing a perfect backdrop for your career.
• Locum Opportunities: Experience the freedom and variety that locum roles offer, allowing you to expand your professional network and develop diverse skills in a rewarding setting.

What you will do

• Provide day-to-day leadership, supervision and performance management for Social Workers and support staff within the Child Protection Team.
• Oversee the allocation, management and quality assurance of complex safeguarding cases involving Child in Need, Child Protection and care planning responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with statutory duties under the Children Act 1989 and Children Act 2004, maintaining effective risk management and decision-making.
• Chair and contribute to strategy discussions, legal planning meetings and multi-agency safeguarding arrangements.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW or equivalent recognised social work qualification.
• Registration with Social Work England (SWE).
• Evidence of continued professional development and management training.

Registration and Compliance:

• Current Social Work England registration.

Experience:

• Substantial post-qualification experience within Children’s Social Care.
• Significant experience managing Child Protection and Child in Need services.
• Experience supervising professional social work staff within a statutory safeguarding environment.

Exeter, a city where stunning landscapes meet thriving city life, provides the perfect setting for both work and leisure. With its historic charm, scenic surroundings and a strong sense of community, Exeter is not just a place to work – it’s a place to live well. Join us and discover why so many choose to call Exeter home.