Team Manager - Family Support Team
Service Care Solutions are recruiting for an experienced Team Manager to join the Family Support Team (FST) within Wrexham County Borough Council's Children's Social Care Service.
Location: Wrexham
Contract: Full‑time
Rate: £35.69 per hour PAYE | £47.84 per hour Umbrella/Limited
About the Role
As Team Manager, you will lead a dedicated team consisting of:
15 Social Workers, 3 Social Care Assessors, and 3 Assistant Team Managers.
The Family Support Team works with children and families who are open to Children's Social Care and is responsible for:
- Care and Support Plans
- Providing robust support to children and families
- Managing Child Protection Plans
- Public Law Outline (PLO) processes
- Taking cases through to the first court hearing
- Ensuring children are safeguarded and supported to achieve the best possible outcomes
Key Responsibilities
- Provide effective leadership, supervision and management oversight
- Support and develop staff to maintain high standards of practice
- Ensure assessments, plans and interventions are completed to a high quality
- Oversee safeguarding and child protection processes
- Ensure compliance with statutory legislation, policies and procedures
- Drive performance and continuous service improvement
- Promote positive outcomes for children and families
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker with Social Care Wales registration
- Significant experience within Children's Social Care
- Previous Team Manager or Assistant Team Manager experience
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection and court proceedings
- Excellent leadership, communication and decision‑making skills
Why Join?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking local authority and lead a committed team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of children and families across Wrexham.
Benefits of Working with Service Care Solutions
- Dedicated consultant throughout your placement
- Weekly payroll service
- Nationwide opportunities across Local Authorities and NHS services
- Ongoing compliance and onboarding support
- £200 candidate referral bonus
Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk.
New candidates registering with Service Care Solutions may also be eligible for a £150 sign‑up bonus.
Team Manager - Family Support Team in Wrexham employer: Service Care Solutions Ltd
As a Tribunal & Mediation Officer with our local authority, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities. Our hybrid working model offers flexibility, allowing you to balance remote work with occasional office attendance in the vibrant South East, while our supportive work culture fosters professional growth and collaboration with various stakeholders. Join us to contribute to vital casework and dispute resolution, all while enjoying competitive remuneration and the opportunity to enhance your expertise in SEND legislation.
Contact Details:
Service Care Solutions Ltd Recruitment Team
