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Childrens Assistant Team ManagerTeam: MASHLocation: KnowsleyRate: 43.50Details:Under the supervision of a specified Social Care Manager, the post-holder will ensure that needs of children, young people and their families are identified, safeguarded and monitored in accordance with the requirements of the Children Act, statutory guidance and local service policy, procedures and other relevant requirements.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis is not a comprehensive list of all the tasks, which may be required of the post holder. It is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the work to be undertaken.Promote the welfare and safeguarding of children, young people andtheir families in Knowsley.To assist and deputise in the absence of the Team Manager in thecompletion of work ensuring there is effective delivery of services.To support the making of key decisions in respect of children inaccordance with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies, inparticular the Childrens Act, Working Together and KnowsleysThreshold of Need guidance.Ensure assessments and planning for children and young peopleactively promote the participation and engagement of all relevantagencies, the child/young person and their family.To maintain case records to a high standard and produce reports inaccordance with the Service guidance/policy and procedure whichreflect national guidelines using the relevant information technology.To ensure that the diverse needs of children, young people and theirfamilies are identified, met and regularly reviewed and plans updated toreflect any subsequent changes.To participate in developmental activities as may be required, and topromote improvement of service or the use of resources.To deputise or assist the Team Manager in the chairing of operationalcase management meetingsTo support the Team Manager in the allocation of work within the teamto ensure that it is allocated in accordance with Service procedures.To undertake specific responsibilities for key service areas as agreedwith the Team Manager.11.To support the Team Manager to monitor performance and standards.12.To represent the team or Service at internal or multi-agency forums,including operational meetings.13.Where appropriate to provide supervision to social workers in the team,following Knowsley procedures and timescales.14.To form part and contribute to the work of the Childrens Social Caremanagement team.15.To support the service Quality Assurance programme by completingaudits and providing feedback and challenge to individuals to supportservice and individual improvement.16.To contribute to the development and review of Policy and Proceduresin relation to legislation, statutory guidance and good practicestandards.17.Ensure the statutory duties of the Council are fulfilled and met inaccordance with legal requirements and Service responsibilities inrelation to statutory reviews or instruments in accordance with theparticular responsibilities of the post taking into consideration theCouncils duty to promote and safeguard a childs welfare.18.To pursue appropriate personal and professional training anddevelopment opportunities as and when they occur to ensurecompliance with Social Work England and Directoratestandards/expectations.19.To comply with all the Councils Standing orders and Financialregulations.20.To meet the requirements identified in Knowsleys progression policy.21.To complete reflective supervisions for ASYE and facilitate teamlearning.22.To have the ability to develop services and take a lead on specificservice developments.23.Any other duties (commensurate with the grade) which will assist theService in meeting its objectives.Office Use: RQ1549909Ashberry Recruitment would ask that applicants meet the following:DIPSW or equivalent qualification in Social WorkSocial Work England registrationEnhanced and in date DBS certificate.Excellent communication skills and be able to make good decisions based on information available.Can work alone and within/contribute to a team/multi-agency set upsPossess knowledge of service needs.Competent IT skills and be able to navigate electronic file/recording systems.Can write clear, concise, and robust assessment/reports/files.Have a flexible approach to work and working hours when the need arisesWhy Ashberry?Dedicated experienced Consultant providing the ultimate support through your job searchFriendly compliance team to guide you through the registration and placement processProvides your essential Enhanced DBS250 Referral bonus. #J-18808-Ljbffr