16 Oct
Randstad Care
Gateshead
Referral and Assessment Team Manager
Gateshead, UK
£27 - £36 per hour
About Us:
Randstad is excited to collaborate with the Referral and Assessment Team in Gateshead to recruit an experienced Team Manager.
This vital role involves leading a dynamic team of social workers to ensure that children and families receive timely and effective support through assessments and interventions.
Job Description:
As the Referral and Assessment Team Manager, you will oversee a team responsible for handling incoming referrals, conducting assessments, and ensuring appropriate safeguarding actions are taken.
Your leadership will be critical in managing workflow, ensuring quality practice,
and guiding your team to achieve positive outcomes for children and families.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and supervise a team of social workers, ensuring effective delivery of services and timely completion of assessments.
- Oversee incoming referrals, assessing risks and needs, and allocating cases accordingly.
- Ensure that all assessments and interventions are carried out in line with statutory guidelines and best practices.
- Work closely with multi-agency teams to coordinate services and ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families.
- Monitor the performance of the team, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Proven experience in a leadership or management role, particularly within referral and assessment teams.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, child protection procedures, and assessment frameworks.
Benefits:
- Competitive and Weekly pay-rates
- One committed and dedicated point of contact
- An unlimited referrals incentive, giving you a £300 voucher for anyone you refer (T&Cs; apply)
- Access to 100s of discounts through the Hapi App
How to Apply:
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of individuals, we want to hear from you! we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility.
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're passionate about this role.
If you wish to discuss this further please call 0191 5359054 and can share the CV on
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client.
Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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▶️ Referral and Assessment Team Manager - Gateshead, UK
🖊️ Randstad Care
📍 Gateshead