At a Glance
- Tasks: Support frontline Social Workers and deliver impactful services to families in Hampshire.
- Company: Join Hampshire County Council, recognised for outstanding children's services.
- Benefits: Flexible working, generous leave, career development, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Relocation assistance available and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with significant frontline experience and strong mentoring abilities.
The predicted salary is between 48993 - 53427 £ per year.
Salary Range: £48,993 - £53,427 per annum, inclusive of Market Supplement of £8,350 per annum
Work Location: Countywide, Hampshire – choose from Basingstoke, Test Valley (Andover), East Hampshire (Alton), New Forest (Totton), Hart & Rushmoor (Aldershot & Farnborough), Eastleigh & Winchester, Fareham & Gosport, Havant
Hours per week: 37 (part time hours may be considered)
Contract Type: Permanent
The Role
Join us as an Assistant Team Manager and help shape the future of children’s services in Hampshire. As part of our Family Help Teams, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting frontline Social Workers to deliver early, targeted support to families in their local communities. We’re proud to be part of a select group of local authorities recognised by Ofsted as Outstanding for the quality and impact of our children’s services. We’re looking for experienced and qualified Social Workers ready to step into a leadership role and help shape our ambitious, child‑focused practice.
What you’ll do:
- Deliver statutory interventions and assessments for children and families, including child protection, child‑in‑need, care proceedings and contextual safeguarding.
- Champion the Hampshire Approach, ensuring children’s voices are central to all decision‑making.
- Contribute to effective caseload management by co‑working complex cases, prioritising tasks and maintaining high standards in written work, assessments and care planning.
- Support the development of less experienced staff within the Family Help Hubs through supervision, mentoring and group sessions, while ensuring regular case reviews and team briefings are conducted.
- Provide leadership through chairing statutory meetings, deputising for the Team Manager and acting as a key point of reference for casework decisions and task allocation.
What we’re looking for:
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Significant UK‑based frontline statutory social work experience, including senior‑level practice within Children & Families services.
- Proven ability to successfully lead, mentor and support other professionals within multi‑disciplinary teams.
- Excellent assessment and supervision skills.
- Confident in making key safeguarding decisions to ensure children are safe and protected at all times.
- Proven track record in service development and innovation.
Why join us?
- Outstanding support: Regular, reflective supervision and a culture that values your voice.
- Flexible working: Including a 9‑day fortnight and hybrid options to support work‑life balance.
- Career development: 5 personal development days per year and access to excellent learning opportunities through our DfE ‘Partner in Practice’ initiative.
- Back‑office support: Dedicated business support team to free up your time for frontline work.
- Relocation assistance: Up to £8,500 available for experienced UK‑based Social Workers relocating to Hampshire (subject to management approval).
- Wellbeing support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
- Competitive benefits package: Generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Travel Requirements
You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire and the Isle of Wight or other local authority, and it is essential that you have a current driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.
Vetting Requirements
This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion
For general enquiries, or to speak to someone about the role, please contact care.careers@hants.gov.uk
Equal Opportunity and EEO Statements
Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
Assistant Team Manager employer: Community Care Live
Hampshire County Council is an outstanding employer, offering a supportive work environment where your voice is valued and your professional growth is prioritised. With flexible working options, generous benefits, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children's services while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic in the beautiful county of Hampshire.
