Team Manager – Care Leavers (E3741) in Crewe

We are seeking an inspiring and compassionate Team Manager to join our dedicated service supporting Care Leavers aged 16-25 years here at Cheshire East. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of young people as they transition into independence.

At Cheshire East Council we are resident and partner focused with a vision to enable prosperity and wellbeing for all. People really are at the heart of everything we do and that starts with our incredible workforce. We promote a culture of high performance where people can aspire, thrive and flourish, where we strive to deliver best value in everything we do. For us, success isn’t just about what we achieve, but how we achieve it together. We promote curiosity, excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. We are values led and committed to wellbeing and inclusion for all, where our employees co-created our values of drive, integrity, respect and collaboration which inform all that we do.

As the Team Manager, you will play a key role in leading and supporting a team of Personal Advisors ensuring our Care Leavers receive the support, guidance, and opportunities they need to achieve positive futures. You will provide clear leadership, expert oversight, and a strong safeguarding focus, ensuring the team delivers consistently high-quality, strengths-based practice that empowers young people on their journey to independence.

About you:

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration (Social Work England).
• Proven leadership experience in children’s social care.
• Knowledge of legislation, guidance, policy, and procedures relating to Care Leavers.
• Experience of building strong relationships with a range of children, young people and professionals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative managing and prioritising own workload under pressure.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• A full driving license and access to a car are essential due to Cheshire East’s rural nature.

What we offer in return:

• A competitive salary– Between £48,072 per annum – £54,994 per annum (CEC NJC – Grade 11) with guaranteed yearly pay increases!
• Enhanced annual leave– Start with an impressive 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) from day one, and watch it grow to 39 days after just five years of service.
• Purchase of annual leave – Want more time off? You can purchase up to 10 extra days of annual leave each year, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life just the way you want (Pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Flexible working pattern– Enjoy a 37-hour standard full-time work week with the added perks of flexitime and hybrid/remote working arrangements where possible.
• Salary sacrifice green car scheme– Drive green and save green! Lease a brand-new electric or hybrid car through our salary sacrifice scheme.
• White goods salary sacrifice scheme – Upgrade your home with ease. Purchase home and electronic items through our salary sacrifice scheme.
• Enhanced public pension– Secure your future with our career average pension.
• Cycle to work scheme – Save up to 25-39% on the retail price of bikes and safety equipment.
• Employee assistance programme– Access a completely free and confidential assistance service to help manage, reduce, and overcome life’s challenges.
• Discounted gym membership – Stay active and healthy with corporate membership prices for Everybody Leisure.