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An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and qualified social work professional to join a Children’s Social Work team as a Team Manager. This role offers the chance to provide strong, effective leadership while helping to improve outcomes for children, young people and their families.

You will manage, support and develop a team of social workers and other professionals, ensuring that practice is child-centred, strengths-based and focused on achieving positive and sustainable outcomes. You will provide regular supervision, reflective practice and professional guidance, while promoting a culture of learning, accountability and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities will include overseeing assessments, care planning and statutory interventions; ensuring that children are safeguarded and their voices are heard; and monitoring the quality, timeliness and impact of work undertaken by the team. You will contribute to decision-making, manage risk appropriately and ensure that all practice complies with relevant legislation, policies, procedures and professional standards.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across children’s services and with partner agencies, including education, health, police and commissioned providers. The role will also involve contributing to service development, performance monitoring, recruitment and workforce planning, as well as supporting the implementation of improvements across the wider service.

Applicants must hold a recognised social work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You will have substantial post-qualifying experience in children’s social care, including experience of supervising or managing social work staff and working within statutory safeguarding and looked-after children services. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance and evidence-informed practice is essential.

You will be an approachable and resilient leader with excellent communication, organisation and decision-making skills. A commitment to anti-discriminatory practice, participation and achieving the best possible outcomes for children and families is fundamental. In return, you can expect a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful difference within a dedicated children’s services team.