This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced social work qualified practitioner, with a strong background in management.

We are looking for someone with a relevant professional qualification suited to working with children, young people and families.

The candidate needs to have a solid understanding of the ‘continuum of need’ (thresholds) between statutory intervention and early help and to demonstrate an interest in early intervention.

The role involves line-managing up to 7 front-line early help practitioners, 2 of who also line-manage a staff member each. This will include providing regular supervision, practice development and allocation of work.

The role also takes the lead for overseeing and allocating of casework between Early Help and Social Care, and so you will be expected to work when required, closely with the statutory social work teams. In addition, this post is required to carry out regular file audits and quality assure Early Help Assessments across the Team.

You will be joining a strong management team and will have access to regular supervision, peer support and training.

The Service is delivered across the borough from three 0-19 Hubs, in order to be closer to where families live, and is delivered in conjunction with a wide range of partners. We take a whole family and multi-agency approach to help build resilience and aim to offer the right help, first time.

For more information contact Debra Davies, Assisstant Head of Service, on 0208 359 6315

If shortlisted you will be required to bring photographic ID to your interview to prove your identity.