Job Description

Isle of Wight are looking to engage an experienced social worker as an team manager to join its Children in Care team. We are looking for an agency social worker for our child protection team. Candidates must have use of their own car whilst working on the island.

Pay Rate - 47.50ph

Lead and manage a team of social workers, providing supervision, support, and professional development.
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
Ensure you and your team are committed to your parenting in partnership responsibilities (corporate parent)
Driving the participation agenda to ensure children and young people are listened to and acted upon.
Ensure legal permanency is achieved for children we care for
Use quality assurance to monitor and evaluate the performance of the team to ensure high standards of practice.
Ensure life story work is embedded in all we do.
Ensure the safety of children at risk of contextual safeguarding
Work collaboratively with partners to promote the welfare of children.
Ensure a focus on education and learning.
Develop new legislative changes and keep abreast of best practice
Manage budgets and resources effectively to deliver cost-efficient services.
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports as required.

Ideally a driver with access to own car and able to reside and work in the UK

As an Eden Brown Synergy candidate, you can take advantage of our competitive service offering: Dedicated personal and professional service. Free DBS check. CV review service. Interview advice. Competitive rates of pay. Post-placement follow up meetings.

To discuss this role or any other Qualified Social Care roles in the South please contact Kelly Stock at Eden Brown on (phone number removed)/ (phone number removed) or email your CV to:

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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