Team Manager - Leaving Care

Leaving Care Teams

Position: Team Manager - Social Worker (2 vacancies)

Join us in making a difference at Brent Council as a Team Manager - Social Worker for our Leaving Care Teams.

About Us: At Brent Council, we're committed to supporting young people as they transition to independence. Our Leaving Care Teams play a vital role in empowering care leavers to achieve their goals and aspirations. As the Team Manager, you'll be part of a dedicated community that values inclusivity and resilience, working together to make a positive impact on the lives of care leavers.

The Role: In this role, you'll lead and inspire a team of social workers and personal assistants in providing essential guidance and support to care leavers. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing comprehensive support plans to facilitate a smooth transition to independence.
• Collaborating with external agencies and support services to ensure holistic support for care leavers.
• Championing innovation and best practice to enhance outcomes for care leavers.

Benefits Include:

• A £5000 'golden hello' and a relocation package, subject to eligibility, to assist with your relocation and settling into the role.
• Flexible working arrangements to accommodate your personal and professional commitments.
• Competitive starting salaries plus a retention payment of £2,500 or £4500 to all qualified managers on grade PO7, paid every 12 months.
• Regular 1:1 supervision to support your ongoing development and growth.
• A robust practice framework providing resources to facilitate staff growth and development.
• A clearly defined career progression policy guiding your advancement from ASYE to Team Manager and beyond.
• A modern and vibrant work environment at Wembley Park Civic Centre, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Access to Zipcars for convenient travel during work-related visits.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme ensuring your financial security.
• Additional perks such as childcare deposit loan scheme, reduced gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and more.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of care leavers in Brent. Apply now, contact Phil Puaca at Ackerman Pierce, ,