QSW, Team Manager - Looked After Children Team

Qualified Social Work, Looked After Children (LAC) Team Manager

The London Borough of Croydon is seeking a skilled and passionate individual to join us as a Looked After Children (LAC) Team Manager. With a commitment to providing high-quality care and support for children in our community, we strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. If you are a qualified Social Worker with experience in managing LAC teams and a dedication to improving outcomes for vulnerable children, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of social workers and support staff, ensuring the provision of excellent services to looked after children and their families.
• Oversee the effective delivery of statutory assessments, care planning, and interventions for children in care, promoting their well-being, development, and stability.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including foster carers, schools, health professionals, and other agencies, to coordinate holistic support and achieve positive outcomes for children.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, maintaining high standards of safeguarding and promoting the rights and voices of children.
• Provide supervision, guidance, and support to team members, promoting their professional development and well-being.
• Monitor and manage budgets, resources, and performance targets, contributing to strategic planning and service improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and timely case records, reports, and documentation in accordance with professional standards and statutory requirements.

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration (SWE) and a recognized professional qualification. - ESSENTIAL
• Extensive experience in a social work role, including substantial experience in working with looked after children and young people.
• Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team to deliver high-quality services.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to looked after children and child protection.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Employee assistance program and well-being initiatives.
• 28 days of annual leave, plus public holidays.

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in the position.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Callum Parr at Ackerman Pierce recruitment agency on

Join the London Borough of Croydon and make a difference in the lives of looked after children. Apply today to become our LAC Team Manager and contribute to creating brighter futures for vulnerable children in our community.

We look forward to receiving your application and embarking on this important journey together.