Team Manager - Children with Disabilities Team

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Location: Havering, UK
Rate: £44.50 per hour
Contract: Ongoing locum opportunity (Full-time or Part-time options available)

An exciting opportunity to join the Children with Disabilities Team in Havering as a Team Manager. This rewarding role allows you to lead a dedicated team delivering vital support to children and families, all within a borough celebrated for its strong community spirit and accessibility.

• Provide leadership and oversight for the Children with Disabilities Team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality social work practice.

• Support and supervise staff through case management, reflective practice, and professional development sessions.

• Liaise with multi-agency professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.

• Organise and manage team meetings, development days, and performance reviews.

• Maintain clear, compassionate communication with families, ensuring transparency and collaborative decision-making.

• Uphold and monitor safeguarding standards for children and young people with complex needs.

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant professional registration (e.g., SWE).

• Proven experience in managing or supervising within children’s services.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and legislation affecting children with disabilities.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.

• Flexible hours – Choose between full-time or part-time working arrangements.

• Hybrid working model – Combine time at the town hall campus with remote work for improved work-life balance.

• Professional development – Access to systemic training courses and career advancement pathways.

• Subsidised on-site parking – Convenient and affordable parking for council staff.

• Networking opportunities – Work within a supportive environment that fosters collaboration and growth.

• Base: Town Hall, Main Road, Romford RM1 3AR

• Transport: Just 18 minutes from London Liverpool Street Station, easily accessible via M25, A12, A406, and A127.

Havering offers a blend of community charm and city accessibility. With excellent schools, green spaces, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's an ideal place to live and work. The borough provides a supportive setting for social work professionals, prioritising well-being and continued learning.

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