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South Tyneside Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Team Manager to lead their Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled social work manager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people with complex needs and disabilities, ensuring they receive the highest standard of support and care.
Job Responsibility
Provide strong leadership, supervision, and guidance to a multidisciplinary team of Social Workers and support staff
Oversee casework, ensuring care plans are robust, regularly reviewed, and outcome-focused
Manage risk effectively and ensure full compliance with safeguarding procedures and statutory legislation
Allocate cases and manage team resources to ensure a high-quality, efficient service delivery
Foster strong collaborative relationships with health, education, and third-sector partners
Requirements
Social Work England (SWE) registration
Social Work degree (Diploma, BA, BSc, or Social Work Masters)
Proven experience managing or supervising within a Children with Disabilities or frontline Children's Services team
Deep understanding of the Children Act 1989, SEND reforms, and relevant safeguarding frameworks