Children’s Social Work Team Manager

Children’s Social Work Team Manager: (Company Name - Subscribers only)

About The Role

Grade 9: £47,181 – £51,356 (bar at £50,269) per annum

Working Hours: 35 Hours per week

Contract Type: Full time / Permanent

Additional Payments: Essential car user allowance and £5,000 market rate supplement

Closing Date:17 November 2025

Closing time: 11.59pm

Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)

This role is subject to:

• 2 References – where possible we require 3 years’ history.
• Social Work Qualification and registration with Social Work England
• Medical Clearance – Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA)
• Essential Car Documentation- This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance – this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

We have opportunities for Team Manager roles in the South Court and Locality Service. These roles will lead and manage a social work team, ensuring the service provided is effective and delivers positive outcomes for children and their families, and ensuring that the social workers you have responsibility for meet the statutory requirements set through legislation, national and regional guidance in respect of children in need, child protection, looked after children, and care leavers.

The role holder will effectively lead, manage, and motivate a team of professional practitioners to develop a skilled and confident workforce which meets the needs of the service and Manchester residents.

The role holder will work in collaboration with partners and key stakeholders to develop effective partnerships and greater coordinated working with other services and organisations, to ensure a positive contribution to the development and delivery of care and support priorities for the city.

For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring managers, Joanne Brown (joanne.brown4@manchester.gov.uk) and Anthony Coward (anthony.coward@manchester.gov.uk) to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role.

About the Candidate

Essential Requirements for the Role:

• Must hold a recognised social work qualification.
• Must be registered with Social Work England.
• Must hold a current, valid Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.
• Must hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work.

Desirable Requirements That Would Be Useful in This Role:

• Previous experience of managing social work teams.

About Us

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits we offer

• Generous holiday allowance – Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension – You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave – Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events.
• Brilliant perks – Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow – We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member – We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave – Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at (Company Name - Subscribers only)

At (Company Name - Subscribers only), we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

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