Senior Safeguarding Team Manager - Children's Services

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced and is looking for an Team Manager (TM) for Safeguarding Team in Northamptonshire's Children's Trust.

Job Title:

Team Manager - Safeguarding Team

Pay Rate: £42 per hour

Location:

One Angel Square, Northampton NN1 1ED

Hours:

37 hours per week

Working Style:
Hybrid - Minimum 3 days per week office-based

Experience:

Minimum 3 years as a Team Manager essential

About Us:

Northamptonshire Children's Trust is committed to providing the highest level of care and safeguarding for children and families in our community. We are passionate about improving the lives of children, offering support, guidance, and protection when it is most needed.

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Team Manager to join our Safeguarding Team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the team, ensuring effective safeguarding practices, and leading with confidence and care.

• Lead, manage, and supervise the Safeguarding Team to ensure effective safeguarding practices are in place.
• Provide professional guidance and support to social workers and other team members.
• Manage complex casework and ensure that children's welfare is the highest priority.
• Ensure compliance with statutory safeguarding standards, policies, and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to safeguard children at risk.
• Ensure that all reports and assessments are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Supervise and mentor staff, providing opportunities for professional development.

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a Safeguarding Team at a managerial level.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage a team effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of child protection legislation and safeguarding standards.
• A social work qualification and HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to handle complex and sensitive cases in a professional manner.
• Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
• At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
• Social Work England Registration
• Driving license and access to own vehicle

• Competitive pay rate of £42 per hour.
• Hybrid working model - with a minimum of 3 days a week office-based at One Angel Square, Northampton.
• Supportive and dynamic team environment.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Bonus for finding your own job
• Twice weekly payroll
• Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.

If you're interested in any of the above, please reply with your updated CV and earliest start date.

Alternatively, feel free to contact me directly on (phone number removed) or via email at

D.Raval2@edenbrownsynergy.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.