Support Worker Team Manager

Job Title: Support Worker Team ManagerLocation: Kent (Field-Based)Salary: Competitive + BenefitsJob Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Role:We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a respected independent organisation supporting young people leaving care, including unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC), as they transition into adulthood and independent living.This is a pivotal role, reporting to the KCC Registered Service Manager and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Kent-based Support Worker Team. You''ll be responsible for delivering high-quality outcomes, guiding your team, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and contractual obligations, including Ofsted standards. Key Responsibilities:Lead, supervise and support a team of field-based Support Workers across KentPlan and prioritise workloads to ensure timely 1:1s, performance reviews, and care plan auditsManage team productivity, ensuring all contractual and legislative requirements are metMonitor, review, and report staff performance and service delivery against KPIsProvide guidance and safeguarding support to staff and young people living independentlyCover staff absences and provide on-call support during peak times or emergenciesLiaise with a wide range of stakeholders (social services, NHS, charities, police, etc.)Maintain accurate records and ensure consistent delivery of care plansPromote independence and life skills among young people (e.g., budgeting, health, social ..... full job details .....