Description
The Service Manager Principal Family Therapist will lead Havering's Systemic Team and help set the tone for high-quality, relationship-based, evidence-informed practice across Starting Well.
The role involves providing high-quality clinical supervision, coaching, and training; supporting highly specialist clinical assessments and direct work for children; offering systemic consultation to practitioners; and helping operational teams turn complex family situations into clear, thoughtful, and effective plans of support.
The successful candidate will be an experienced systemic practitioner and leader with the ability to guide, motivate, and support clinical staff in a complex children's social care environment.
Key requirements include:
- A UK-recognised Systemic Psychotherapy/Family Therapy qualification at Master's level
- UKCP registration
- A UK-recognised qualification in Systemic Supervision or equivalent
- Experience of operational leadership of diverse statutory teams in complex or multi-agency settings
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, and practice relating to child social care
- Proven track record of coaching, mentoring, and supervising practitioners
- Experience of working within a systemic model of practice, including systemic supervision
- Ability to produce high-quality analytical reports and maintain open, effective communication
The salary range for this role is £66,378 - £73,602 per annum, plus a £4,000 market supplement.