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St Helens Borough Council
Situated in the North West, close to Liverpool, Manchester and Lancashire, we are a Council on a journey‑ambitious for our children, proud of our communities and deeply invested in the people who work here. Our progress comes from our workforce: skilled, cared for, and given the space to do what matters most‑build meaningful relationships with children and families.
Make a difference where it matters most - become a Team Manager
Following our last Ofsted 'Good' judgement, we are continuing to strengthen and grow. We are looking for a Team Manager in our Family Help and Protection Service who shares our belief that every child deserves safety, stability and the chance to thrive.
This is more than a management role. It is an opportunity to lead a team that walks alongside families during some of their most challenging moments—and helps change outcomes for children.
About the service and team
Our Family Help and Protection Service works with children who need us most—those subject to child in need plans, child protection plans and care proceedings. Once assessment is complete, your team supports children and families to make and sustain meaningful change.
You will lead a stable, experienced team including:
* 1 Assistant Team Manager
* 6 Social Workers
* 1 Social Work Assistant
This is a well‑established team with strong foundations, and you will benefit from a comprehensive handover and ongoing peer support. You'll also be part of a wider, collaborative management group of 14 Managers who work closely together—sharing thinking, challenge and support.
What kind of leader we’re looking for
We are looking for someone who:
* Keeps children’s voices, lived experiences and outcomes at the centre of every decision
* Leads with empathy, curiosity and reflective practice
* Creates a culture where social workers feel safe, supported and inspired to do their best work
* Is committed to practice excellence and continuous improvement
You will be supported to focus on quality over process, enabling social workers to build strong, purposeful relationships with families.
What you’ll need
* A recognised Social Work qualification
* Registration with Social Work England
* At least 3 years post‑qualifying experience, including 2 years working with children and families
* Experience of supervision and supporting professional development
Why join St Helens?
Because here, you won’t just manage services—you will shape children’s futures.
We offer:
* A strong culture of supportive supervision and visible leadership
* Opportunities to influence practice development and service improvement
* Continuous professional development and career progression pathways
* A hybrid working model that supports balance, connection and reflection
* A workforce that values kindness, collaboration and shared purpose
Our journey
We are proud to be a 'Good' authority, but we are not standing still. Our ambition is clear: to become Outstanding, not just in inspection terms—but in the real experiences of children and families. And we know the only way to get there is through people like you.
If you’re ready to lead with purpose, champion children, and be part of something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.
This post is subject Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Equality & Diversity
St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation.
St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader. This means that the Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within the interview/selection process.
St Helens Council is officially recognised as one of the region’s leading fair employers, achieving accredited status under the Liverpool City Combined Authority Fair Employment Charter.
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