Applications are invited from suitably committed and experienced senior Social Workers to join the Children in Need Team as Deputy Team Manager on the beautiful Island of Guernsey, in the Channel Islands.
Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements.
The salary range for this post is £69,469 £78,250 dependant on experience
Reporting to the Team Manager you will:
be responsible for the supervision of the Social Workers and Assistant Social Workers within the team and be accountable for the performance management of those members of the team.
assist the Team Manager in in the management, development, and leadership of the social work team to safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable children, young people, and their families.
ensure the team delivers high quality services that address need and lead to improved outcomes in a timely manner.
deputise for the Team Manager when required.
The Children in Need Team is responsible for undertaking assessments of children and families, developing intervention plans for children in need and supporting children, young people, and their families to achieve positive outcomes including those children subject of Care Requirements in accordance with the Children (Guernsey and Alderney) Law 2008. The Law has introduced fundamental and significant changes to how concerns relating to children and young people are dealt with and is based broadly on the Childrens Hearing System in Scotland.
The island of Guernsey is in the Channel Islands and has a population of 65,000. It has some of Britains finest and best-kept beaches, an especially mild and sunny climate, and an offbeat, historic harbour town in St. Peters Port, the islands capital.
The States of Guernsey delivers a diverse range of care; their Social Work service provides an excellent Children and Families Service, supported by Social Workers recruited to a very high standard.
Person requirements:
Qualified Social Worker with current full UK statutory registration
At least five years post-registration UK experience in Children and Families statutory settings.
Extensive knowledge and understanding of theory and legislation that affects young people and their families and of childcare practices relating to children in care.
Supervisory or Management experience including deputising for Management in their absence
Be in possession of a clean and current car driving licence; own vehicle required, (mileage expensed at full rate)
The benefits of working in Guernsey include:
A higher-than-UK salary. xwwtmva
A flat rate 20% income tax.
No Council tax or VAT
A relocation payment of £5,000*
A generous allowance for private rental accommodation*
A continental lifestyle, where the people are friendly, and crime is very low.
*Full T&C in relocation directive
If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.
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