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Children's Social Worker Team Manager

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Knowsley

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Social Work Team Manager to lead our Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality services to children and young people with complex needs and their families.

You will oversee a team of social workers and practitioners, ensuring statutory duties are met while driving forward a culture of safeguarding, inclusion, and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop a team delivering services to children with disabilities
	
Ensure compliance with statutory frameworks including the Children Act 1989 and SEND legislation
	
Oversee assessments, care planning, and safeguarding interventions
	
Provide reflective supervision and performance management to staff
	
Work collaboratively with education, health, and partner agencies
	
Manage budgets and resources effectively
	
Drive service improvement and maintain high practice standards

About You

We are looking for a motivated and skilled leader who has:

Qualified Social Worker status and registration with Social Work England
	
Significant post-qualification experience in children’s social care, including CWD or SEND
	
Proven management or supervisory experience
	
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and disability legislation
	
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
	
A commitment to improving outcomes for children with disabilities and their families

What We Offer

Competitive salary and local government pension scheme
	
Flexible and hybrid working options
	
Ongoing professional development and training
	
Supportive leadership and manageable caseloads
	
Opportunities for career progression

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.

For an informal discussion, please contact the Children’s Services recruitment team at Knowsley Council

Before You Apply

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Bank details.
National Insurance number.
Date of birth.

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