Team Manager - Intake and Assessment in London - Randstad Care

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Team Manager to lead our Intake Team within Child and Young People Services. The Intake Team plays a critical role in assessing the needs of children and families, conducting Section 47 enquiries, and determining whether longer-term support plans are required. This is a fast-paced and varied role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a positive impact. You will also receive an annual retention bonus of £5000
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the Intake Team, providing guidance, support, and supervision to team members, including social workers, family aides, social care officers, and business support staff.
Oversee the completion of a range of assessments and Section 47 enquiries to establish the level of support needed for children and families.
Ensure that interventions are child-focused, empathetic, and responsive to the individual needs of families in crisis situations.
Collaborate with other teams and agencies to coordinate support services and facilitate smooth transitions for families to the appropriate team for longer-term intervention, such as family support teams.
Monitor caseloads to ensure that workers are able to effectively manage a maximum of 20-22 children at any one time, adjusting workload allocation based on the complexity of cases.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team, promoting best practices and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
Requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Care Wales.
Significant experience working within children and families services, including experience in conducting assessments, Section 47 enquiries, and managing complex cases.
Proven leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills, with the ability to remain calm and child-focused in high-pressure situations.
Commitment to promoting the well-being and rights of children and families, with a proactive approach to improving outcomes.
Experience working within a fast-paced environment and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
If you feel you would be a good fit for this role, please apply below or reach out to Chloe at or 03300248775. I would be happy to have a confidential discussion about your needs and our opportunities.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

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