Havering Council - Service Manager - IRO

Key focus: The Service Manager is responsible for: - Manage, lead and oversee the day to day service delivery of the IRO Service, ensuring the service functions runs smoothly and to a high professional standard in line with good practice and guidance. -Take a leading role with the Strategic Head of Service for Systemic Practice and family support (Head of Service) in the continuous improvement of the Service based on performance, risk and demand. __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Deliverables: - Manage and oversee staff to ensure effective delivery of services to children, young people, and their families - Lead and monitor staff in ensuring robust recording of information on relevant systems and databases - Lead on the recruitment, training, assessment and ongoing support of potential Carers - Assist the Head of Service in planning and developing services for vulnerable children, young people, and their families, identifying needs and potential difficulties/challenges - Effectively manage budgets and ensure services are cost effective - Produce reports and attend meetings/forums as required ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Working Model: - Hybrid model - Flexible approach involving working from our town hall campus/hubs. - Encouraging face to face working for teams as we know how important this is for all meetings with children and family take place face to face. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Requirements: 1. Social Work England (SWE) registration. 2. Minimum 3 years working experience (social worker with children and families, including assessments and statutory work). 3. Previous experience minimum Team manager If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 2/6/2025