Assistant Team Manager - Children in Care

Assistant Team Manager - Children in Care

Location: AylesburySalary: Up to £50,129 per annum plus £2,750 market premium

Looking to take the next step in your social work career?Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a dedicated Assistant Team Manager to join our Children in Care Team. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic service that supports children and young people to achieve their full potential.

As Assistant Team Manager, you'll play a vital role in the Children in Care Team, working closely with the Team Manager to:

• Provide strong leadership and supervision to social work staff.
• Oversee casework, ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities.
• Deliver a child-centred approach that achieves positive outcomes.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about improving services and supporting colleagues to develop their skills.

We'd love to hear from experienced social workers who:

• Hold a recognised social work qualification and are registered with HCPC/SWE.
• Have completed their ASYE and have at least 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Can demonstrate leadership experience within a statutory children's service.
• Are committed to empowering children, young people, and families.

If you're motivated, enthusiastic, and ready for a new challenge, this could be the perfect role for you.

Buckinghamshire Council values its people and offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary and a £2,750 market premium.
• A Golden Hello payment on completing your probation.
• Up to 30 days of annual leave, plus the option to buy additional leave.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities, with up to 15 days of training annually.
• A salary sacrifice car lease scheme and discounts on gyms and other services.
• Relocation packages to help you settle into Buckinghamshire.

We are committed to work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements and free parking at all council sites.

Buckinghamshire is a fantastic place to live and work, combining beautiful rural landscapes with excellent transport links to London. Our Children's Services are on an exciting improvement journey, and we're proud of our collaborative approach to safeguarding and supporting young people.

As part of our team, you'll join a forward-thinking organisation that values diversity, inclusion, and the wellbeing of its workforce.

Ready to take on this exciting opportunity?

For further details, contact Phil at Ackerman Pierce on or email .

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 15th December 2024. Apply early to avoid disappointment, as the vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received.