Family Help Manager - Wigan

Join our dedicated team in the Children and Families service, where you will play a crucial role as a Deputy Practice Manager. This position involves assisting in the day-to-day management of one or two Neighbourhood Teams, supporting families with complex needs and working within a multi-agency framework to champion and advocate for improved aspirations and outcomes. Day-to-day of the role: • Assist the Family Help Practice Manager in ensuring the delivery of a high-performing, quality, and effective service to children and families. • Manage the team’s workload, take responsibility for complex cases, and deputise for the Family Help Practice Manager as needed. • Develop action plans with families, coaching, challenging, and supporting them to build resilience within families and communities. • Foster positive relationships with children and families, supporting staff to develop and strengthen family networks. • Implement legislation and government guidance related to statutory and local performance indicators. • Promote high standards in the use of the Early Help Framework, ensuring that the practice model is incorporated within evidence-based assessments and interventions. • Supervise and support locality staff through the My Time / My Time Extra process in the preparation of assessments and effective case management meeting quality assurance standards. • Assist with financial decisions for the Locality budget, ensuring services provided by the team remain within budget constraints. • Ensure compliance with GDPR guidelines by regularly reviewing and appropriately destroying data in line with retention schedules. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Qualified in one of the caring professions, with a relevant Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience working with children and families with complex needs. • Evidence of a management qualification or willingness to work towards one. • Supervisory experience in managing inspected services. • Commitment to continuous professional development, with completed additional training in safeguarding, family and/or parenting support, health, and education. • Strong understanding of current developments in the delivery of integrated services to children, young people, and their families. • Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues and other agencies. • Flexibility and positive response to change. • Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills. • In-depth knowledge of the legislative frameworks associated with working with children, young people, and families. • Valid driving license or ability to travel effectively using own or public transport. • Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends when necessary. Benefits: • Competitive salary and grade benefits. • Opportunities for professional development and training. • Supportive and collaborative work environment. • Flexible working hours, including potential for evening and weekend work. To apply for the Deputy Practice Manager position in Family Help, click Apply now and please submit your CV