Join a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children, young people and families.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Team Leader to join our growing Social Care Solutions team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the quality and delivery of our foster and kinship care assessment program across Australia and Aotearoa (New Zealand).

SCS provides an office in Clayfield. Working from home can be considered and negotiated with your line manager, with the possibility of occasional intra and interstate travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of highly skilled assessors.
• Oversee the operational aspects of our assessment programs including relationship, financial and workload management.
• Ensure delivery of robust, high-quality assessments to meet timeframes.
• Contribute to the strategic growth and development of our business.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders, clients, and team members.
• Work collaboratively with senior leadership to achieve organisational goals.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
• Work with a supportive and values-driven team.

About You:

• Proven experience in child protection, foster care, or a related field.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Passion for social justice and a commitment to ethical practice.
• Possess a tertiary qualification such as a Bachelor degree in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, Human Services, or related field.

For a copy of the full position description or to find out more about the role, please contact us at [email protected] using the subject line: Team Leader - Assessments enquiry via Ethical Jobs.

A little about us:

Starting in 2009, Social Care Solutions arose out of an identified need to see higher standards in foster care assessment and training within the child protection sector, with an emphasis on strengths-based practice and trauma-informed care provision.  We provide efficient, effective and independent services to agencies within the child protection, childcare and human services sectors throughout Australia.  We have a reputation for integrity and professionalism and our team enjoy a genuinely family-friendly and flexible work environment. 

Ready to Apply?

Please click "Apply Now" and submit your resume with a cover letter, addressed to Christina McLaughlin, Strategy and Governance Manager, explaining why you would like to work with us and how you meet the criteria of the position description.

We are looking to hire immediately so please do not wait to apply.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.