Social Worker Team Manager - Referral & Assessment Team

Social Worker Team Manager
- Referral & Assessment Team

Specialism: Social Worker
- Children

Location: Twickenham, UK

Salary: £45.20 per hour

Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Social Worker Team Manager within the Referral & Assessment Team in Twickenham, earning £45.20 per hour. This ongoing full‑time locum opportunity offers 36 hours per week with a flexible hybrid working arrangement, including two days remote and three days in the office. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader to oversee frontline children's services, driving high‑quality practice and achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

• Full Time:
  Work 36 hours per week, providing structure and consistency.
• Hourly Pay:
  Earn £45.20 per hour, offering strong financial reward and flexibility.
• Hybrid Working:
  Benefit from a mix of remote and office‑based work to support work‑life balance.
• Professional Development:
  Access ongoing opportunities for leadership development and career progression.
• Supportive Team:
  Work within a collaborative and experienced team focused on best practice.

• Team Leadership:
  Lead and manage a team of Senior Practitioners and Social Workers.
• Strategic Support:
  Assist Heads of Service with safeguarding strategies and service development.
• Case Oversight:
  Oversee case management and make key decisions to ensure positive outcomes.
• Practice Development:
  Embed the Signs of Safety model across the team.
• Multi-Agency Working:
  Represent the service at key meetings and liaise with partner organisations.
• Staff Development:
  Provide supervision, performance management, and foster continuous improvement.

Twickenham offers a vibrant riverside setting with a strong community feel, beautiful green spaces, and excellent transport links into London. Known for its sporting heritage and lively town centre, it provides a fantastic balance between city access and relaxed living.