Social Care Team Manager - Locality Team - Castleford - Sanctuary Personal
Posted 7 hours 39 minutes ago by Sanctuary Personnel Ltd
Job Title:
Social Care Team Manager - Locality Team
Specialism:
Social Care
Location:
Castleford, UK
Type:
Ongoing
Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to lead and inspire a team within the Social Care sector in Castleford? We are searching for a Social Care Team Manager to join our dynamic Locality Team. This role offers a competitive hourly salary and can suit both full-time and part-time professionals. Embrace the flexibility and autonomy that locum work provides and join us in making a difference.
Perks and benefits:
- Full Time/Part Time: Enjoy the ultimate work-life balance with flexible scheduling.
- Lucrative Salary: Benefit from a competitive hourly rate that recognises your expertise and dedication.
- Professional Growth: Advance your career with ongoing development opportunities and comprehensive training.
- Autonomy: Gain the freedom to shape your work approach and innovate within the team.
What you will do:
- Provide day-to-day leadership and line management to a team of social workers and support staff, ensuring supervision, performance management, and the development of your workforce.
- Oversee the delivery of assessment, care planning, and review processes in alignment with the Care Act 2014 and council policies.
- Allocate workload efficiently, ensuring prompt responses to referrals and prioritising complex cases.
- Ensure robust safeguarding practices, including overseeing Section 42 enquiries and managing risks.
- Lead on quality assurance, ensuring accurate record-keeping, and compliance with legislation, while adhering to performance standards.
Person Specification:
- Qualifications: Degree in Social Work or an equivalent recognised qualification. Must be registered with Social Work England.
- Registration & Compliance: Strong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding legislation. Understanding of CQC expectations and local authority governance frameworks. A commitment to the Equality Act 2010 and person-centred practice.
Castleford is not just a place to work, it's a place to live! With its community charm and vibrant social scene, you'll find the perfect blend of work and life satisfaction here. Join us in Castleford and enjoy both a rewarding career and a fulfilling lifestyle in a location that's brimming with opportunity.