Social Work Team Manager – Safeguarding Team
- Hereford
- £41.42 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Hourly Rate: £41.42
Contract Type: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Full-Time / Part-TimeOverviewWe are seeking a highly experienced and committed Team Manager to lead a frontline Children’s Safeguarding Team in Herefordshire. This is an excellent locum opportunity offering an attractive hourly rate of £41.42, with flexible full-time or part-time hours. In this pivotal leadership role, you will provide both strategic direction and operational oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality, child-centred safeguarding services.Key BenefitsFlexible Working Patterns: Choose between full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.Competitive Pay: Earn £41.42 per hour, reflecting your expertise and leadership capability.Diverse Case Exposure: Engage in a wide range of complex safeguarding cases to maintain a dynamic work environment.Ongoing Professional Development: Access structured training and learning opportunities to support career progression.Leadership Role: Influence practice and contribute to systemic improvements within children’s social care.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide clear leadership and supervision to Social Workers, Advanced Practitioners, and administrative staff within the Safeguarding Team.Drive timely, proportionate, and effective responses to child protection concerns, ensuring robust assessment, planning, and intervention.Oversee complex safeguarding cases and chair critical meetings, including strategy discussions and decision-making forums.Monitor team performance using key performance indicators, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and Ofsted standards.Lead on court proceedings, ensuring high-quality legal documentation and timely submissions.Promote effective multi-agency collaboration with partners including health, police, education, and the voluntary sector.Maintain oversight of team budgets, including staffing and commissioned placements/services.Essential RequirementsQualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW/CQSW or equivalent)Registration with Social Work EnglandManagement qualification or willingness to work towards oneSignificant post-qualification experience in statutory children’s servicesDemonstrated experience in child protection and complex case managementProven capability in supervision or team managementDesirable AttributesStrong leadership with a child-centred, values-driven approachAbility to remain calm, decisive, and effective in high-pressure environmentsCommitment to service quality, innovation, and continuous improvementHigh levels of professional integrity, resilience, and accountabilityWhy Hereford?Hereford offers a unique combination of scenic countryside, a close-knit community, and cultural vibrancy. It’s the ideal location for professionals seeking a better work-life balance while contributing meaningfully to local safeguarding efforts.Working with Sanctuary PersonnelSanctuary Personnel is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency, proudly rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot with over 1,000 reviews. We are dedicated to helping social care professionals secure the best locum opportunities with competitive rates and outstanding support.Apply today to lead a team that’s passionate about safeguarding and making a tangible impact in children’s lives across Herefordshire.