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Support Worker Team Manager

Whitstable
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Job Title: Support Worker Team Manager
Location: Kent (Field-Based)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job 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 Kent
Plan and prioritise workloads to ensure timely 1:1s, performance reviews, and care plan audits
Manage team productivity, ensuring all contractual and legislative requirements are met
Monitor, review, and report staff performance and service delivery against KPIs
Provide guidance and safeguarding support to staff and young people living independently
Cover staff absences and provide on-call support during peak times or emergencies
Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders (social services, NHS, charities, police, etc.)
Maintain accurate records and ensure consistent delivery of care plans
Promote independence and life skills among young people (e.g., budgeting, health, social engagement)
Lead in workforce planning, training, and personal development initiatives
Handle disciplinary, absence and performance matters professionally and in line with policy
Ensure compliance with equality, diversity, safeguarding, and health & safety policiesWhat We're Looking For:

Proven experience managing support teams in a social care, supported living, or youth service environment
Strong understanding of safeguarding, care planning and OFSTED standards
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Able to work autonomously and manage a remote, field-based team
Strong organisational and decision-making skills
Commitment to empowering young people and supporting their independence
Full UK Driving Licence (essential)What's in it for you?

33 days annual leave (25 days + 8 bank holidays)
Life Cover (2 x basic salary)
Westfield Health membership (cashback on health services + discounts)
Pension contribution (4% employer / 4% employee)
Equipment provided (laptop, phone etc. as required)
Mileage reimbursed (claimable from home)
Referral scheme
6-month probation period

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

Interested?
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of young people and lead a passionate team, we want to hear from you. Email Lucy Wildish at (url removed) for more information. Or apply with your up-to-date CV (preferably in Word format) and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role

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