3 Month Contract with a local Authority

Job Purpose

• We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Team Manager to join our Families First Children’s Service on a short-term basis to support the ongoing implementation of our new Front Door model. This is a pivotal role in ensuring that children and families receive the right support at the right time, through a collaborative and child-centred approach.
  

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Provide operational leadership and management to a team of social workers and support staff.
  
• Oversee the day-to-day functioning of the Front Door service, ensuring timely and effective responses to referrals and safeguarding concerns.
  
• Support the implementation and embedding of the new Front Door model, driving continuous improvement and best practice.
  
• Ensure that all decisions are informed by a clear understanding of the needs and views of children and families.
  
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to gather and share information that supports effective decision-making.
  
• Participate in the management rota (Monday to Friday, 8am–8pm) and provide on-call support as required.
  
• Contribute to the development of a learning culture through supervision, coaching, and reflective practice.
  

Essential Experience Required.

• Leadership in Children’s Social Care
  
• Safeguarding and Risk Assessment
  
• Front Door/Referral Services
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• (HCC) Registered with Social Work England
  

Additional information to note

• This role is 37 Working Hours Per Week.
  
• Enhanced DBS is Required for this role.
  

The role closes on 30/07/25