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Team Manager

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 45 - 45 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Portsmouth

Expire in: 15 days

Job Description

Team Manager 

 £45 per hour | Hybrid Working | Portsmouth PO1
Ackerman Pierce is currently recruiting for an experienced Team Manager to join the Child Protection Service at Portsmouth City Council.
This is a key leadership role within a fast-paced frontline service, offering the opportunity to lead a team safeguarding vulnerable children, managing risk, and driving high-quality practice across child protection and court work.
The Role
As Team Manager, you will lead a team of social workers within Child Protection, ensuring effective risk management, strong decision-making, and positive outcomes for children and families.
You will:

Oversee all Child Protection cases, including CIN, CP plans, and court proceedings
Allocate cases and ensure timely progression in line with statutory timescales
Provide oversight on complex safeguarding decisions and risk management
Monitor performance through audits, supervision, and quality assurance
Chair strategy discussions and contribute to multi-agency safeguarding processes
Support staff development, training, and progression
Conduct appraisals and performance reviews
Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice Requirements

Social Work England registered
Strong post-qualified experience within Children’s Social Work, including Child Protection
Previous management or senior practitioner experience preferred
In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, court work, and relevant legislation
Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
Excellent leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills 
What’s on Offer

Competitive rate of £45 per hour
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Free onsite parking
Supportive senior management team
Opportunities for professional development and progression
Work within a service embedding a systemic practice approachWhy Ackerman Pierce?

Dedicated consultant with sector expertise
Fast, efficient compliance process
Weekly, reliable payroll
Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere 
Apply Now
If you’re an experienced Child Protection Team Manager looking for your next contract in Portsmouth, get in touch today.
Contact George Willett or submit your CV now to be considered

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