Qualified Social Worker – Safeguarding Team – Central London

Role: Assistant Team Manage/ Practice Manager 

Qualified Social Worker Location: Central London

Team: Safeguarding Team

Pay: up to £40 per hour

Contract: Full-Time Locum 

In the office: Hybrid

Are you an experienced and dedicated Adult Social Worker with a passion for safeguarding? Do you have the leadership skills to manage and support a team in a dynamic and challenging environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Adult Safeguarding Team as a Deputy Team Manager/Practice Manager in Central London.

About the Role:

As the Deputy Team Manager/Practice Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing and supporting the safeguarding process within our Adult Social Care services. You will lead a team of four Social Workers and an Assistant Practitioner, ensuring that high standards of practice are maintained and that service users receive the best possible care and protection.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide effective line management and supervision to a team of Social Workers and an Assistant Practitioner.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures and the Care Act.
• Oversee complex safeguarding cases and provide guidance and support to team members.
• Monitor and manage team performance, ensuring timely and effective responses to safeguarding concerns.
• Collaborate with other professionals and agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to safeguarding.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to improve practice and service delivery.

Requirements:

• Social Work England registration is essential.
• Significant experience in adult social work, with a strong focus on safeguarding.
• Proven line management and supervisory experience.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of the Care Act and safeguarding processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a complex caseload.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates up to £40 per hour.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable adults.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.

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Interested in learning more about the Assistant Team Manager role in Central London? Contact Holly Chupka at (phone number removed). Plus, refer a friend to us, and if we place them, you'll receive a generous £300 referral bonus (terms and conditions apply).