Deputy Team Manager - Childrens Social Worker - 22.5 hours per week Children in Care

Deputy Team Manager – Children in Care Team 

Keynsham, Bath & North East Somerset
22.5 hours per week (3 days)
Office based – minimum 2 days per week in the office
Pay rate to be confirmed
Initial contract (details on request)

Hoop Social Work, via Sarah Leigh, are currently recruiting for a Deputy Team Manager to join a Children in Care Team within Bath & North East Somerset Council.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner looking to take on a leadership role within a supportive and established Children in Care service.

About the role:
You will support the Team Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the Children in Care Team, ensuring high quality practice and positive outcomes for children and young people in care.

Key responsibilities:
✔ Support the management and oversight of the Children in Care Team
✔ Provide supervision, guidance and support to social workers
✔ Oversee complex casework and care planning
✔ Ensure high quality practice in relation to children in care
✔ Contribute to service development and performance management
✔ Support decision making in line with statutory responsibilities

Requirements:
✔ Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England registered)
✔ Significant experience within Children’s Services (Children in Care desirable)
✔ Experience of supervision and supporting staff
✔ Strong knowledge of care planning and statutory processes
✔ Ability to manage complex and sensitive casework

Additional Information:
The role is based in Keynsham with an expectation of at least 2 days per week office presence.

Interested or know someone suitable?
Contact Sarah Leigh at Hoop Social Work for more information.