At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support a team of Social Workers in the Children with Disabilities Service.
- Company: Join Manchester City Council and make a difference in children's lives.
- Benefits: Earn up to £46 per hour with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Full-time role with a focus on leadership and multi-agency collaboration.
- Why this job: Be a key player in improving outcomes for children with disabilities.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Social Worker with experience in children's social care.
The predicted salary is between 38.7 - 47.3 £ per hour.
CWD Team Manager (Qualified Social Work Manager)
Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.
Children with Disabilities Team Manager Manchester City Council
Up to £46 per hour
Caritas Recruitment is supporting Manchester City Council with the recruitment of an experienced Children with Disabilities Team Manager to provide leadership and oversight within a dedicated Children with Disabilities service. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Team Manager with a strong background in children's social care, safeguarding, and managing services for children and young people with disabilities.
Key Details- Location: Manchester
- Pay Rate: Up to £46 per hour
- Contract Length: 3 to 6 months
- Working Pattern: Full-time
- Office Attendance: Candidates should expect to be more office-based than hybrid, although some flexibility is available
- Start Date: As soon as possible
As Team Manager, you will:
- Lead, support, and supervise a team of Social Workers within the Children with Disabilities Service
- Ensure high-quality practice and positive outcomes for children and families
- Oversee assessments, care planning, child protection, and statutory interventions
- Support staff development, performance management, and case progression
- Drive excellent practice standards and ensure compliance with legislation and local procedures
- Work closely with partner agencies to deliver effective multi-agency support
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- Social Work England registration
- Significant experience within Children's Social Care
- Previous Team Manager or Advanced Practitioner experience
- Strong knowledge of Children with Disabilities services
- Experience managing complex safeguarding and child protection cases
- Excellent leadership, supervision, and decision-making skills
- A strong understanding of relevant legislation, statutory guidance, and performance standards
Manchester City Council is keen to appoint an experienced manager quickly and will review suitable applications promptly.
For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment.
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