Wokingham- Assistant Team Manager-Family help & Safeguarding Team- £41p/hr Umb

Are you a dedicated and experienced social work professional looking for a rewarding opportunity? Wokingham Borough Council is seeking an Assistant Team Manager for our Family Help & Safeguarding Team, offering a competitive rate of £41 per hour. This role is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of families and children while working within a supportive team environment.

As an Assistant Team Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Team Manager in leading the Family Help & Safeguarding Team. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and mentoring social workers, ensuring high-quality practice and compliance with safeguarding standards.
• Assisting in the management of complex cases, providing guidance and support to team members.
• Coordinating multi-agency partnerships to enhance service delivery and outcomes for children and families.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of service improvements and best practices.
• Participating in performance management and ensuring the team meets statutory obligations.

The ideal candidate will possess essential qualifications and skills, including:

• A recognized social work qualification (e.g., CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Significant experience in children's social work, particularly within a safeguarding context.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and well-being, including flexible working arrangements, access to training and development opportunities, and a supportive work culture.

• flexible working arrangements
• access to training and development opportunities
• a supportive work culture