EDT Manager - Emergency Duty Team - Grade 16 £58,692 - £60,819

We are seeking a qualified and experienced EDT Manager to join us and support our service. It is an operational role responsible for the planning, delivery and development required at service level to contribute to achieving positive well-being and safety outcomes for children and families in need, including those in need of protection and those looked after and those requiring emergency housing. These outcomes are achieved through the leadership, management and quality assurance of a social work team which is responsible for fulfilling the council's statutory requirements and goals in respect of: The provision of an emergency duty social work service which operates in the evenings, weekends and on Bank Holidays. Assessment of, and responding, to immediate needs, including those in need of protection. Making recommendations about those children who need to become looked after. Direct and immediate help where intervention is needed to keep children safe. The Team Manager is responsible for
the allocation and prioritising of work and on-site operational management of the business support team. As well as the responsibilities mentioned above if time and workload allows you will be required to assist the wider service with duties, including though not limited to auditing and other daytime responsibilities. The role involves developing, at an operational level, effective relationships with partner agencies in order to ensure the effective application of Croydon's model of intervention, and to provide a joined-up response to the meeting of need.

Qualified Social Workers who are Social Work England registered
Experience of working in Emergency Duty Team
Working knowledge of national policy, strategy and developments regarding children's social care, and areas that impact on children's social care.
Able to lead improvement in social work practice at an operational level through effective performance management
Evidence of leading and managing operational change effectively
Able to lead and manage in an operational area dealing with high risk and high complexity in a way that delivers good safeguarding and well-being outcomes for children and families.
Experience of managing and/or supervising childcare social workers in an area relevant to this particular service area with evidenced results of continuing practice and good outcomes for children.

Our team consists of experienced, dedicated practitioners
We meet regularly to make sure everyone we work with has the support and knowledge needed to make a difference and be the difference to our families, communities and colleagues
At Croydon relationships matter and we are about strong partnerships and working together to make lasting positive change
We are an established team who can help you settle in and offer their expertise
You will have the support of an extremely knowledgeable understanding manager
You will have access to a busy, buzzy, committed workforce and work environment Opportunities to work from home and work flexibly provides you with more work-life balance
Opportunities to think together with your manager about career development
Support to help you grow, develop, learn and lead
Benefits
You will be valued for your skills and expertise, supported by the team of experienced professionals, as well as the management at Croydon Council, one of the largest employers in the borough. We also offer:
Highly competitive compensation package
Accredited Systemic Practice training
A range of CPD opportunities
29-31 days (grade equivalent) annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays and option to purchase more
A pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 20%
Continuing Professional Development - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career
Management development programmes
Investment into your wellbeing
Access to Employee Discount scheme with a range of programmes (Cycle Benefit Scheme, GymFlex, Retail Discounts and more)
We promote flexible & hybrid working arrangements where possible to support a healthy work-life balance
Disclaimer
Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.
Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check which allows them to work with children.