An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic Agency Team Manager to join Stockport Family's Multi Agency Safeguarding and Support Hub (MASSH). We are looking for a motivated and committed individual to lead the First Response Team, ensuring a high-quality front-line social work service that delivers timely and effective support to children, young people, and families.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the First Response Team within MASSH, ensuring efficient handling of referrals and assessments.
* Ensure the delivery of high-quality social work services, with a focus on safeguarding, intervention, and support.
* Work collaboratively with Stockport Family team leaders and partner agencies to provide a coordinated response to children and families in need.
* Oversee and ensure the quality of assessments, safeguarding investigations, and service delivery.
* Promote and embed a culture that places children, young people, and families at the heart of the service.
* Provide professional leadership and supervision to social workers and senior practitioners.
* Monitor and manage team performance, ensuring adherence to national and local policies, procedures, and quality standards.
* Drive continuous improvement by implementing best practices and staying updated with legislative and policy developments.
* Manage resources effectively, including financial oversight and workforce planning.
* Support staff development, providing supervision, mentoring, and training opportunities.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* A recognised Social Work qualification and active Social Work England registration.
* Proven experience in managing a frontline social work team, providing effective supervision, and leading service improvements.
* Strong knowledge of child protection, safeguarding, and early help frameworks.
* A deep understanding of multi-agency working and experience in fostering collaboration between services.
* The ability to handle complex cases and lead child protection investigations.
* Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
* Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire, manage, and develop a high-performing team.
* Experience in budget management and resource allocation.
* A commitment to inclusive and anti-oppressive practice.
Essential Requirements:
* Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
* At least 2 years' experience as a Team Manager within children's services
* Social Work England Registration
* Driving license and access to own vehicle
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If you are interested in this position, please send your CV to at Mayur Rabari or call on 0114 700 3804.
Benefits of working with Eden Brown Synergy include:
* DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
* Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
* Bonus for finding your own job
* Twice weekly payroll
* Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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