To work within the newly formed Transitions Team and undertake strengths based, person centred assessments and reviews of transition plans. To work closely with young people and their parent carers in line with the Care Act 2014. Social workers will work to maximise the independence of those being assessed to ensure independence and high aspirations, implement preventative interventions, including working with voluntary and community groups and ensure a strengths-based approach is central to the process.
The newly formed Transitions Service is recruiting a service manager, team manager and social worker for an initial period of 24 months fixed term contract. The work of the transition service will be to support an identified cohort of Haringey children and young people move smoothly and effectively from children’s services to adults’ services.
Many of these young people will already be involved with multiple services, including health, social care and education, so those working in the Transitions Team will need to be able to work with the young person, their parent carers, and professionals across the partnership. Candidates expressing an interest in joining the transition service will need to be skilled, flexible, confident, and committed to achieving agreed targets in the service and be passionate about effective transitions for our young people.
These roles are to support the development of the new service and will involve close partnerships with a range of social care staff including professionals such as EHC case workers, adults and children’s social workers, housing, and educationalist.
Experience in, completing a wide range of assessments, or supporting young people will be an advantage. If you wish to know more about the roles and the service, please contact Dennis: Dennis.Scotland@haringey.gov.uk
A working knowledge of key legislation within the health and social care sector, alongside robust knowledge of health and social care frameworks, is essential for this role. This expertise allows the manager to navigate complex legal landscapes, ensuring that all practices are compliant with current standards and regulations. By understanding the intricacies of legislation such as the Care Act and safeguarding protocols, the manager can make informed decisions that protect the rights and well-being of service users. Additionally, this deep understanding of health and social care frameworks helps shape effective care delivery, guiding the team in implementing best practices and evidence-based strategies to enhance service quality.
Strong written and communication skills are equally critical, enabling the manager to produce outcome-focused documentation that offers clear analysis and solutions. Effective written communication ensures precision and comprehensiveness in reports, care plans, and other documentation, which are vital for meeting the needs of service users and stakeholders. Furthermore, strong verbal communication skills support engagement and collaboration, fostering a positive working environment and facilitating teamwork. The ability to convey complex information clearly and listen actively to feedback builds trust with service users, families, and external partners. Coupled with strong organizational skills and time management, these competencies ensure the manager can handle the varied and demanding responsibilities of the role efficiently, prioritize tasks, manage workloads, and maintain high standards of service delivery.
Haringey is a vibrant and diverse borough located in the northern part of Greater London. With a rich history, diverse population, and a mix of residential, commercial, and green spaces, Haringey offers a unique and dynamic living experience.
Haringey Council has been through a journey of improvement over the past ten years, with continued aspirations to fulfil the first corporate priority of enabling every child the best start in life. We are looking for social workers that are ready for a fresh challenge, with the ability to make a real difference to the residents of Haringey.
We are investing in creating a better borough for all our residents and bettering the lives of children and young people in Haringey is our first corporate priority. With a population of approximately 250,000 people and a growing population of 0-19-year-olds, we are a diverse and fast-changing borough and tomorrow’s leaders; artists and innovators are busy growing up here.
Haringey is transforming its services for children and young people, and have already made exciting, innovative changes as we strive for excellence in all we do.
Our offer to staff includes:
Competitive remuneration packages
Investment in modern technology
Great Business support and experienced caring Team Managers
Haringey Academy – invests in continuous skills and learning development
Access to clinical support from Family Psychology Mutual, Anna Freud and Tavistock
Wellbeing service, leisure, and discount benefits (Council scheme)
Agile working
Travel Season ticket loans
A commitment to achieving excellence for our children
Strong, caring visible leadership
Remote and flexible working options
Local Authority pension