Summary: The role of Locum Team Manager for the Children with Disabilities Team in Redbridge involves leading a team of Social Workers to ensure high-quality care and support for children and young people with disabilities. The position requires overseeing complex cases, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Additionally, the manager will monitor team performance and contribute to service development within the Children's Services department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of Social Workers, ensuring high-quality assessments and interventions.
• Oversee complex cases and provide guidance on best practices in safeguarding and disability services.
• Ensure compliance with statutory guidelines and local policies.
• Work collaboratively with families, health professionals, education providers, and other partner agencies.
• Monitor and review team performance, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively to meet service demands.
• Contribute to service development and strategic planning within the Children's Services department.

Key Skills:

• Experience in managing social work teams.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and disability services.
• Ability to oversee complex cases and provide guidance.
• Understanding of statutory guidelines and local policies.
• Budget management and resource allocation skills.
• Collaborative approach to working with families and partner agencies.

Salary (Rate): £44.50

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other