We are looking for dynamic and experienced Team Managers to lead our Multi-Agency Child Protection Teams, driving excellence and innovation in safeguarding children across Lewisham.

Lewisham is proud to be the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary and a wave 2 Pathfinder authority, leading on national reforms through the Families First for Children programme. Our borough is vibrant, diverse, and ambitious for every child.

About the Role:

We are recruiting Team Managers to lead our newly established Multi-Agency Child Protection Teams (CPT) and Adolescent Protection Teams (APT) within the Family Help and Care and Families, Quality and Commissioning divisions.

This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of child protection practice and reform, leading small teams of skilled Lead Child Protection Practitioners, working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard children at risk from intra-familial and extra-familial harm, including exploitation and violence.

Enhanced DBS check required.

About You:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Extensive experience managing frontline child protection practice or supervising complex cases.
• Thorough understanding of Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023), Pan London Child Protection Procedures, and statutory guidance.
• Strong knowledge of child protection legislation and practice, including chairing child protection conferences and strategy meetings.
• Skilled in multi-agency working and building effective stakeholder relationships.
• Committed to the Signs of Safety practice framework and social work reform.
• Passionate about delivering excellent services to improve outcomes for children and families.
• Reflective, professionally curious, inclusive, and solution-focused leader.

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