Assistant Team Manager - Fostering - Kent

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Liquid Personnel are currently recruiting for an Assistant Team Manager to join a dedicated Fostering service within a progressive local authority in Kent—where your leadership can make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to be part of a forward-thinking council that puts people first. You’ll join a supportive, innovative team that values collaboration, professional growth, and meaningful impact. With a strong focus on manageable caseloads, reflective supervision, and a unique team-based approach, this authority empowers social workers to do their best work. Guided by values of trust, respect, and ambition, it’s a place where your voice is heard, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your career can truly flourish.

• Career progression scheme to support your professional development
• Generous annual leave: 27–30 days + bank holidays
• Essential User Allowance (option to transfer to Lease Car after 6 months)
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Free car parking
• Hybrid working (minimum 2 days/week in office)
• Relocation package up to £8,000

Reporting to the Team Manager, you will lead and support a small team of social workers, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing environment. This is a non‑case holding role focused on delivering high‑quality supervision and ensuring best practice in safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of vulnerable children and young people.

• Degree in Social Work
• Active registration with Social Work England
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Please note:

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.