Childrens Team Manager

Posted 05 October 2025
Salary 45.2
LocationSutton CR44 United Kingdom
Job type Contract
Sector Social / NGO / Health & Care
ReferenceRQ1615017

Job description

3-month contract with a local authority

Summary
  • This is a 3-month contract with a local authority, focused on leading and managing the Children’s First Contact Service. The role is crucial in ensuring a consistent, timely, and effective response to all referrals related to early help, children in need, and child protection. The Team Manager will oversee the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), supervising staff and coordinating multi-agency input to safeguard children and promote their welfare.
Responsibilities
  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the Children’s First Contact Service, including oversight of MASH referrals.
  • Ensure all incoming contacts and referrals are triaged and directed appropriately in line with Pan-London threshold guidance.
  • Supervise and support a team of social workers and referral officers, providing reflective supervision and performance management.
  • Lead multi-agency discussions and decision-making processes to assess risk and determine appropriate interventions.
Essential Experience Required
  • Extensive experience working within a MASH environment.
  • Proven track record in safeguarding and child protection within a statutory children’s services setting.
  • Experience in supervising and managing staff, including conducting reflective supervision.
  • Strong understanding of multi-agency working and threshold frameworks.
  • Experience in managing complex cases and making defensible decisions under pressure.
Essential Qualification Required
  • Qualified Social Worker with current registration with Social Work England.
  • Strong knowledge of child protection legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice.
Additional Information
  • Working hours: 36 hours per week
  • Enhanced DBS is required for the role.
  • The role closes on 10th October 2025, apply ASAP.