Job Information
Have you visited the vast countryside and towns of Northumberland? Why not take a look and see what it would look like working in such a beautiful County.
Now is the time to come! The role of Team Manager in Northumberland is developing to support career progression and recognize the skill and experience you have. You could be part of this.
Using the Signs of Safety model, Northumberland is a family- and child-focused Authority, with strong and effective management and leadership (Ofsted reported). Known for being supportive of staff and with a strong ethos for flexibility, working in Northumberland Children's Services is like having a second family (so say our staff).
The Central Locality Team are seeking to recruit a Team Manager; under the supervision of the Children’s Services Manager to manage, coordinate and develop the work of an identified social work team.
To provide supervision, consultation and other management tasks to comply with statutory responsibilities in line with NCC policy and procedures and ensuring that the duties necessary to comply with statutory and NCC procedures and policies are carried out.
You will have extensive post qualifying experience of statutory social work with children and families. You will have proven ability to transfer knowledge and skills to colleagues through coaching and mentoring by establishing a professional network that promotes learning and practice development for self and others. This will include providing critical reflection and challenge in supporting the development of social workers. You are also expected to have had experience of direct line management responsibilities.
What will Northumberland County Council offer you?
Essential Car User allowance
A competitive salary of up to £56,730 (dependent on experience)
A generous Pension scheme
A generous annual leave package of 26 days increasing to 31 after 5 years’ service
A commitment to flexible working and flexibility around family and caring commitments
Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme
Access to a wide range or staffing networks and advanced emotional wellbeing support
Hybrid working arrangements
Access to car lease scheme following the probation period
Free parking at council offices
Regular supervision
A supportive environment
Career progression opportunities
Induction, support and mentoring from day one in post
Essential requirements: (Please refer to the attached Job Description)
Previous direct line management responsibilities.
You will have excellent communication skills and be able to convey complex messages in a straightforward way, both verbally and in writing.
You will not be afraid to think creatively to solve problems.
You will be able to make sound decisions.
You will support a team of staff in being empathetic and sensitive to the needs of children, young people and families.
You will support a team of staff to always want to hear the young person's voice and ensure that this is taken into account.
