Team Manager – Independent Reviewing Service (PO7)
London Borough of Lambeth
Role
Who You Are
An experienced social care professional with a deep understanding of legislative and regulatory frameworks related to children's services. You are skilled in managing and guiding teams to achieve strategic goals, ensuring high standards of child welfare and protection.
What the Job Involves
This role requires overseeing the strategic delivery and management of Child Protection Conference Chairs within the London Borough of Lambeth. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with government policies, enhancing professional practice, and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. You will lead, manage, and support a team of social workers and staff, ensuring services are of the highest quality, within budget, and meet statutory responsibilities. Regular reporting, stakeholder communication, and quality assurance are key facets of this role.
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of children's services legislation
- Leadership and management expertise
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Proven communication and report-writing abilities
- Experience with collaborative working
- Budget management skills
- Professional Social Work qualification