At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team providing high-quality support to children and young people.
- Company: Hartlepool Borough Council, committed to making a real difference in the community.
- Benefits: Flexible working, excellent training, supportive leadership, and manageable caseloads.
- Other info: Be part of a positive culture focused on collaboration and professional respect.
- Why this job: Join an outstanding service recognised for its excellence in safeguarding and outcomes for children.
- Qualifications: Recognised Social Work qualification and substantial experience with children and families.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Join an Outstanding Children's Service and Make a Real Difference in Hartlepool. Hartlepool is a vibrant and ambitious town with a clear vision for the future. At Hartlepool Borough Council, we are passionate about making our town the very best it can be, and we are looking for dedicated, motivated, and committed professionals to help us achieve that vision.
We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Team Manager to join our Through Care Team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a skilled and committed team that provides high-quality support to children and young people in our care, helping them achieve the best possible outcomes.
Why Join Us?
At Hartlepool, children and young people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to delivering exceptional social work practice and invest significantly in our workforce to ensure staff have the support, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive.
A Workplace Where You Can Flourish
- High-quality supervision and professional support
- Excellent training and career development opportunities
- Manageable caseloads and protected management time
- A visible, approachable, and supportive senior leadership team
- A positive and collaborative working culture built on strong relationships and mutual respect
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements, allowing a balance between office-based and home working
Be Part of an Outstanding Service
Our commitment to excellence has been recognised by Ofsted, which judged Hartlepool Children's Services as "Outstanding" for the effectiveness of safeguarding services, outcomes for children and young people, leadership, and our work with Children in Our Care. We are proud of our stable and experienced workforce. We invest heavily in our permanent staff, creating a supportive environment where people choose to build long‑term careers. Our strong retention rates reflect the positive culture we have developed, one based on collaboration, professional respect, and a shared commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children and families.
About You
You will hold a recognised Social Work qualification at degree or diploma level (or equivalent) and have substantial post-qualifying experience working with children and families. You will be passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children, confident in leading and developing others, and committed to delivering high-quality social work practice.
Hartlepool Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment measures, including an enhanced DBS barring list check and you will also need to be registered with Social Work England.
For further information, please contact Nicola Dunleavy, Head of Service on 01429 523720. Interview Date: TBC
Team Manager (Through Care 2 Team) employer: Hartlepool
Hartlepool Borough Council is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of children and young people. With a strong commitment to professional development, manageable workloads, and a supportive leadership team, we foster a positive work culture that empowers our staff to thrive. Join us in Hartlepool, where you can contribute to an outstanding service recognised for its excellence and enjoy flexible working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance.
