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 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.
You will be passionate about maximising a child’s life chances to improve their overall
outcomes
You will understand the importance of performance information and your contribution to
maintaining high standards.
You will have experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment - You will be able to
contribute to the development of the service.
You will have a sound knowledge base of the Knowledge and Skills Statement for Child and
Family Social Work and the application of Professional Capabilities Framework which will be
embedded within all elements of your practice.
You must hold a relevant Social Work qualification such as the Social Work Degree, DipSW,
CQSW or CSS and be registered with Social Work England.
You should also have a minimum of three years post qualifying experience
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Further information
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Alternative application format:
British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
