Team Manager - Social Care
Liverpool City Combined Authority
Role
Who You Are
You are an experienced team manager with a background in managing staff and resources within a frontline statutory service setting. You have a social work degree or equivalent professional qualification, and are registered with Social Work England. You possess a strong understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, procedures, and have substantial post-qualifying experience in a children and families statutory setting. Your ability to lead and influence teams through periods of change, along with your excellent communication and interpersonal skills, makes you a valuable leader ready to protect vulnerable children and enhance their life chances.
What the Job Involves
The role involves managing, developing, and leading a team to ensure the protection and welfare of Liverpool's vulnerable children. You will be responsible for high-quality assessments and interventions, supporting the delivery, and review of services to align with best practices. Responsibilities also include deputizing for the Service Manager as needed, providing effective leadership and organization within the team, developing a performance culture, and ensuring adherence to statutory obligations. You will build successful partnerships across agencies, oversee budget management, and contribute to council plans, all while promoting equal opportunities and non-discriminatory practices.
Skills
- Excellent knowledge of legislation and safeguarding practices
- Strong leadership and team development
- Innovative thinking and fostering new work methods
- Ability to analyze complex cases and make informed decisions
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Effective interpersonal and supervisory capabilities
- Proficient in chairing meetings and ensuring outcomes
- Performance monitoring and target achievement
- Efficient IT utilization for communication and workload management
- Budget management skills