Role: Assistant Team Manager (ATM)
Team: Care Leavers
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Rate: £34.45 per hour
Lead the Way for Our Care Leavers
Newcastle City Council is looking for an ambitious and experienced Assistant Team Manager to join our dedicated Care Leavers team. This is a pivotal role where you will support the Team Manager in shaping a service that empowers young people as they transition from care to independence.
We are looking for a leader who is passionate about social justice, high standards of practice, and-most importantly-achieving the best possible outcomes for our care experienced young adults.
Key Responsibilities
Supervision & Support: Provide high-quality clinical supervision to a team of Personal Advisors and Social Workers, ensuring reflective practice.
Service Quality: Monitor and maintain high standards of case management, ensuring pathways plans are robust, child-centered, and regularly reviewed.
Leadership: Deputize for the Team Manager and help drive service improvements in line with legislative requirements and Ofsted standards.
Collaboration: Work closely with partner agencies (housing, education, and health) to ensure a seamless support network for care leavers.
What You'll Bring
Expertise: Significant experience in working with looked-after children or care leavers.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to mentor staff, manage performance, and handle complex escalated cases.
Qualifications: A degree in Social Work and a current registration with Social Work England.
Resilience: A calm, authoritative approach to decision-making in a fast-paced environment.
Why Newcastle?
Newcastle is a vibrant, iconic city with a heart. Joining our council means joining a team that values local knowledge, professional development, and a "think family" approach. At £34.45 per hour, this role offers a competitive rate for a professional ready to take the next step in their management career.
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Help us make Newcastle a city where every care leaver has the opportunity to thrive.
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