Team Manager – Assessment Team

Job Title: Team Manager – Assessment Team
Specialism: Social Work – Children’s Services
Location: East Riding of Yorkshire, UK
Salary: £40.00 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing Locum
Working Pattern: Part-Time / Full-Time

Role Overview

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is seeking an experienced and visionary Team Manager – Assessment Team to provide leadership within Children’s Social Work services. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled social work professional to guide a dedicated team and deliver high-quality safeguarding and assessment services to children and families across the region.

In this role, you will lead and support a team of social workers and support staff, ensuring statutory duties are fulfilled while maintaining high standards of professional practice. You will oversee assessment processes, support complex case management, and work collaboratively with partner agencies to promote the safety and wellbeing of children.

This ongoing locum opportunity offers flexible working arrangements with both part-time and full-time options, alongside competitive hourly pay.

Perks and Benefits

Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £40.00 per hour, reflecting your leadership experience and expertise.

Flexible Working Options: Choose between part-time and full-time hours to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Professional Development: Access continuous learning opportunities and mentorship to support career growth.

Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative and supportive team culture focused on achieving positive outcomes for children and families.

Flexible Working Arrangements: Enjoy adaptable schedules that help balance professional commitments with personal priorities.

What You Will Do

• Provide leadership, supervision, and management to a team of social workers and support staff within the Assessment Team.

• Manage workloads to ensure statutory responsibilities and deadlines are consistently met.

• Promote a positive team culture focused on high-quality professional practice and continuous improvement.

• Support staff development through supervision, mentoring, and performance management.

• Ensure high-quality statutory assessments for children and families in accordance with safeguarding legislation and guidance.

• Monitor the quality and timeliness of assessments, care planning, and interventions.

• Provide expert guidance on complex safeguarding cases and risk management decisions.

• Collaborate with partner agencies including health services, education providers, police, and voluntary sector organisations.

• Represent the service at multi-agency meetings and contribute to strategic safeguarding initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with statutory frameworks such as the Children Act 1989/2004 and safeguarding guidance including Working Together to Safeguard Children.

• Contribute to service development, policy improvement, and the implementation of best practice procedures.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with local authority standards.

Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker with a recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, or CQSW).

• Current registration with Social Work England.

• Significant post-qualifying experience within Children’s Social Care, particularly in safeguarding and assessment services.

• Previous management or supervisory experience within a social work team.

• Strong knowledge of UK child protection legislation and safeguarding procedures.

• Proven ability to manage complex cases and lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience managing an Assessment or Front Door team within a local authority.

• Experience working within inspection frameworks such as those led by Ofsted.

• Post-qualifying management or leadership training.

Why Work in East Riding of Yorkshire?

East Riding of Yorkshire offers a fantastic quality of life with its stunning countryside, historic towns, and welcoming communities. The region provides a unique blend of rural charm and modern convenience, with excellent schools, cultural attractions, and easy access to beautiful coastlines and natural landscapes. It is an ideal place to develop your career while enjoying a balanced and rewarding lifestyle.

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