Location
Morden, London Borough of Merton

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£59,511 - £63,966 per annum (Grade ME16, including 2 spinal points for market pay)

About the Role
Merton’s Family Support and Safeguarding Service is seeking a Team Manager to join our long-term Social Work teams in a rewarding leadership role. Our vision is to make the Borough a safe place for every child to grow up in and to give every child the best start in life. Our Children's Services have been judged Outstanding by Ofsted, and we continue to improve our standards of practice and response to children and families. Merton’s leadership is committed to supporting staff and families, keeping children and young people at the heart of our work.

We operate a blended practice model combining Systemic Practice, Relationship Based Social Work, Trauma-Informed approaches, and Signs of Safety, embedded throughout all our work with children and families. We work within a well-established multiagency partnership striving to:
- Keep children and young people at the heart of our work
- Learn from our experiences to improve outcomes for children, young people, and families
- 'Think Family' and focus on family strengths
- Commit to doing what we say we will do
- Celebrate difference and diversity

As Team Manager, you will lead and manage a team of 5 Social Workers and a Child and Family Worker, supported by a dedicated Business Support Officer. The role also attracts a Golden Hello payment of £4,500, paid in two instalments.

Experience
Qualified social worker registered with Social Work England with relevant leadership experience. Proven knowledge and experience in delivering statutory safeguarding services and providing high impact, quality services to children and families.

About you
Strong leadership skills with a commitment to improving outcomes for children and families. Ability to work collaboratively within a multiagency environment and to embed systemic and trauma-informed practice. Dedicated to upholding the values of the service and promoting diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications
Registered Social Worker with Social Work England.