Remedy Recruitment Group are currently seeking an experienced Team Manager to work within an Assessment Team for a Local Authority based in Surrey.

Job Purpose

x1 Team manager to join the North East Assessment Team. This role will be based at Fairmount House, Leatherhead. Hourly rate up to £45 p/h, depending on experience AND performance at interview (verbal and written).

As a team manager you will support the Service manager in managing a team of social workers and family support workers and you will be the voice between management and social workers. You will line manage social workers which will include, supervision, case management, management of risk, performance management and supporting social workers to develop further and progress. An essential part of your role will be to balance supporting social workers in their roles, whilst also promoting and implementing the organisational goals and targets. Your role will include strategic work such as looking at recruitment and retention whilst working with the management team in Surrey to improve quality of services and develop processes and policies.

You will work with professionals from various teams and services and network to ensure positive links between the team and other parts of the service to ensure effective multi-professional working. You will also have opportunities to develop your own skills and experience within Surrey and continue your own career progression.

To be shortlisted to interview your CV will clearly evidence:

*That you are a qualified social worker with HCPC and have a social work degree or recognised equivalent qualification.
*A broad knowledge of social work practice and legislation, including safeguarding.
*An ability to demonstrate excellent assessment and analysis skills.
*Previous managerial experience in an Assessment Team.

Why Choose Remedy?

Competitive pay rates

Access to exclusive roles that aren't available from other agencies

1st tier agency

Up to £250 for each social work professional you refer to us who we place*

If you are interested and would like to find out more please apply to this advert with a copy of your updated CV. Alternatively, please send your CV directly