Team Manager Early Help

Team Manager Early Help Team Croydon Council Permanent position Salary between £60,000 £62,000 per annum £3,000 retention bonus Leadership role within Early Help Service Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Strong focus on service development and early intervention Croydon Council is seeking an experienced and dynamic Team Manager to lead its Early Help Team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an established leader to shape early intervention services, support families at the earliest stage, and drive positive outcomes across the borough. About Croydon Council Croydon Council continues to invest in its Children s Services, with a clear vision centred on early intervention, prevention, and strong family support. The Early Help Service plays a crucial role in reducing escalation into statutory services, with a collaborative, multi-agency approach at its core. Key Responsibilities Lead, manage, and develop a team of Early Help practitioners Oversee the delivery of high-quality early intervention services to children and families Drive performance, quality assurance, and continuous service improvement Provide reflective supervision, support, and professional development to staff Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to deliver coordinated support Ensure effective safeguarding practice and adherence to statutory responsibilities Candidate Requirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Significant experience ..... full job details .....