Team Manager - Children's Services

Description

Our Public Sector clients in the West Midlands are seeking six Interim Team Managers to join the Practice Hub. This role supports our commitment to delivering excellent outcomes and ensuring high-quality practice for the children in our care.

Responsibilities - The role involves: 

• Systematic auditing and conducting practice evaluations. 
• Moderating practice evaluations and assisting social workers in targeted casework improvement. 
• Undertaking bespoke evaluations and reporting findings to the QA team. 
• Facilitating improvement activities aligned with our practice model.

Qualifications – Essential

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. 
• DipSW Qualification or equivalent. 
• Social Work England (SWE) number. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as familiarity with social media and CRM systems.

Criteria for Shortlisting – About You - We are looking for an ideal candidate who: 

• Dedicated to securing the best outcomes for children and young people.  
• Demonstrates a clear Understanding of what outstanding practice looks like.
• Ensures that Children in Care (CIC) practitioners meet the operational plan by fostering a positive culture, empowering staff, and maintaining high standards of practice. 
• Provides an effective child-centred service that complies with legal, regulatory, and statutory guidance, ultimately leading to improved outcomes for children. 
• Safeguards children and young people's welfare by taking responsibility for implementing legislation, policies, and procedures within the team or designated specialism. 
• Oversees social work practices among practitioners and ensures social workers have the necessary tools, resources, and safe working conditions.
• Works collaboratively with staff to ensure that children, young people, carers, and families receive high-quality specialist assessments and timely support to meet their needs. 
• Develops collaborative working relationships with relevant services to enhance effective partnership working and foster a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement. 

Compliance Requirements

• Five years of references. 
• DBS check summary. 
• Willingness to engage in the Pre-Engagement Questionnaire and mandatory pre-screening application process.

Diamond Blaque Group, a leading public-sector provider, is acting as the employment Agency for this vacancy. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity in the workplace.