Social Work Team Manager

Social Work Team Manager Looked After Children (Residential)

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Up to £60,000 | Stratford (Office based)
Im currently recruiting for an experienced Social Work Team Manager to join a highly regarded private organisation supporting looked after children and young people across London.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident manager with strong LAC experience who is looking to work for an established provider with a strong Ofsted track record and a genuine commitment to quality and staff development.
About the Organisation
My client is a well-established private provider with an excellent reputation in the sector. They operate:
Ofsted-registered childrens home (rated Good )
18 supported accommodation services for young people aged 1618
Approximately 60 young people in total
Their 1618 supported accommodation service has achieved Outcome 1 , reflecting their focus on positive outcomes and robust practice.
The Role
As Social Work Team Manager, you will:
Line manage 67 Residential Social Workers , each holding their own caseload
Provide regular, high-quality supervision and professional guidance
Oversee care planning, safeguarding, and outcomes for looked after children
Work closely with residential services, local authorities, and partner agencies
Support service development and quality assurance
Report directly into the Head of Service
This is a hands-on role with regular travel to services to complete supervision and support staff.
Location & Travel
Office base in Stratford
Services located primarily in Central London , with a small number outside London
All travel expenses fully paid
The Ideal Candidate
Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England
Strong xwzovoh post-qualifying experience working with looked after children
Proven experience of supervising or managing social workers
Sound knowledge of safeguarding, care planning, and relevant legislation
Confident, supportive leadership style with excellent communication skills
Whats on Offer
Salary up to £60,000
Ongoing professional development and career progression
Supportive senior leadership and well-established services
Strong Ofsted ratings and stable provision
Paid travel expenses
A role where you can genuinely influence practice and outcomes for young people