Kinship Care Assistant Team Manager | Gateshead

Reference: 656417

Join our dedicated team in Gateshead as a Kinship Care Assistant Team Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting families and children in need. In this rewarding position, you will lead a team of skilled professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality kinship care services. Your leadership will be essential in fostering a collaborative environment, driving best practices, and enhancing the wellbeing of children and their families.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing and supervising a team of Kinship Care Assistants, providing guidance and support to promote effective service delivery.
  • Conducting assessments and reviews of kinship care placements, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
  • Developing and implementing training programs for staff to enhance their skills and knowledge in kinship care practices.
  • Collaborating with other agencies and stakeholders to ensure a holistic approach to care and support.
  • Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of kinship care services, using data to inform improvements and outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will need the following essential qualifications and skills:

  • A relevant social work qualification (e.g., Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW).
  • Registration with Social Work England.
  • Significant experience in social work, particularly within kinship care or child protection.
  • Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to motivate and develop a team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with families and stakeholders.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your professional development and wellbeing, including flexible working arrangements, access to training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity to lead our Kinship Care team in Gateshead.

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Gateshead

Temporary

Added 18/07/2026
Reference: 656417

Kinship Care Assistant Team Manager | Gateshead

Gateshead
Temporary

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