Families First Team Manager

Lead Positive Change for Families in Blaenau Gwent!

 

Are you passionate about supporting children, young people, and families? Join our Families First team as a Team Manager and make a significant impact on our community. If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and drive preventative services, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be a catalyst for positive change.

As the Team Manager of the Families First programme, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality preventative services for children, young people, and their families. You will manage the Families First Team Leads and all staff within the programme, ensuring that our services meet the requirements set by Welsh Government guidance. Your role will involve overseeing the daily operations, conducting needs assessments, and implementing robust support plans.

Your leadership will be crucial in promoting safeguarding practices and ensuring professional standards through regular supervision, appraisals, and training opportunities. You will also play a key role in developing relationships with partner agencies to enhance service delivery and lead the Team Around the Family model. Additionally, you will ensure seamless links with other Welsh Government initiatives, fostering a comprehensive support network for families. Your commitment to continuous improvement will drive the performance of the Families First team, ensuring we consistently meet and exceed our goals. You will be responsible for interpreting data to understand local needs and shaping services to achieve the best outcomes. You will also oversee the disability strand of the programme, ensuring inclusivity and support for all families. By managing commissioned elements and maintaining high standards, you will help us adapt to the evolving needs of our community.

About You

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced individual with a passion for supporting families and children. You should have a proven track record in managing teams and delivering preventative services. Your leadership style should be inclusive and motivational, fostering a collaborative work environment. You will need excellent communication skills to build effective working relationships with internal teams, partner agencies, and service users.

A strong commitment to safeguarding, professional development, and continuous improvement is essential. You should be adept at interpreting information to understand local needs and drive service enhancements. If you are proactive, resilient, and ready to make a meaningful impact, you are the ideal candidate for this role.

About Us

At Blaenau Gwent, we are committed to providing exceptional services that make a real difference in our community. We empower our staff with supportive leadership, efficient tools, and continuous learning opportunities. Our focus on staff satisfaction and effectiveness ensures a positive and productive work environment.

Joining our team means being part of a passionate and innovative group dedicated to empowering families and fostering positive change. We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Generous annual and special leave provisions
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programmes
• Discounted gym membership at Aneurin Leisure Trust

Ready to lead a team dedicated to supporting families in Blaenau Gwent? Join us at Blaenau Gwent Council and be part of our transformative journey. Apply now and help us create a brighter future for our community!

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. A comprehensive pre-employment screening process will be undertaken which will include an Enhanced Disclosure

 

This post requires a registration with Social Care Wales under the category of Social Care Managers / Social Workers and registration will need to be in place prior to commencement in the role. Information on how to register with Social Care Wales can be found on the following website https://socialcare.wales

 

Access to a vehicle for work purposes is a requirement of the role.

 

For information on the re-employment and re-engagement of former employees please refer to the Council’s Pay Policy.

 

About us

 

At Blaenau Gwent, we are passionate about the work we do and the impact we have.  We empower our staff to make meaningful changes and take action to enhance our services.

 

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Want to ask us a question?

For further information or if you would like to have an information discussion, please contact Michelle Griffiths | Michelle.Griffiths@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk |

 

Closing Date:

22^nd May 2025 at 12:00 midnight

Interview Date:

To be confirmed