Step into a role where your leadership truly matters. As an Assistant Team Manager in our Children in Care Team, you''ll help shape the future for children and young people who need stability and support the most. You''ll join a passionate, collaborative team committed to making a difference - where your expertise will influence practice, inspire colleagues, and drive positive change. This is more than a job; it''s an opportunity to drive positive change and be part of a service that values innovation and professional growth. What you''ll do: Work directly with children in care, ensuring statutory requirements are met. Support the team with care orders, assessments, and reunification planning. Assist with caseload management, including co-working on complex cases and quality-assuring reports. Mentor and supervise staff, contributing to individual and group supervision sessions. Chair meetings, deputise for the Team Manager, and allocate tasks to team members. Promote best practice and ensure adherence to safeguarding policies and departmental standards. What we''re looking for: Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Significant frontline statutory social work experience, including senior-level practice within Children and Families services. Strong knowledge of legislation, safeguarding principles, and risk assessment. Excellent assessment, communication, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage complex cases and competing priorities.