We are currently recruiting on behalf of
Wrexham County Borough Council
for an
Assistant Team Manager (ATM)
to join their
Looked After Childrens Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner to take the next step in their career in a
non-caseholding leadership position, supporting frontline social workers and contributing to service delivery at a strategic level. Youll work closely with the Team Manager and three other Assistant Team Managers to support a busy team, guide best practices, and ensure high standards in safeguarding and outcomes for looked after children. Key Responsibilities:
Lead, supervise and support a group of 515 staff, including qualified social workers and students
Provide regular, reflective supervision and performance monitoring
Champion high-quality, child-focused practice across the team
Report to the Team Manager and support service improvement initiatives
Contribute to resource management and service delivery planning
Be flexible to work across other teams as needed
Key Requirements:
Must be a
Qualified Social Worker
registered with
Social Work England
Significant experience working within
Looked After Children
or
Childrens Services
Prior leadership/supervisory experience is highly desirable
Confident in managing performance, supervising staff, and maintaining service quality
Resilient, committed, and passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children
What Wrexham Offers:
£42 per hour (LTD)
Supportive and collaborative management culture
Non-caseholding leadership role
Flexible working options depending on team needs
Opportunities for
ongoing professional development
A rewarding role making a meaningful impact on childrens lives
Plus, as your agency partner:
Access to
roles in every local authority
across England and Wales
1-to-1 support
from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement
Up to £42/hour
depending on experience and role
Opportunities to
progress into more senior or specialist posts
£250 referral bonus
when you introduce another Qualified Social Worker
Looking for Something Else in Children's Social Work? Were currently recruiting for a wide range of roles across the UK in: Child Protection & Court Teams
Childrens Assessment Teams
Looked After Children & Leaving Care
Fostering & Adoption Services
Supervising Social Workers & Senior Practitioners
Children with Disabilities Teams
Team Manager & Assistant Team Manager
posts
Apply now
and a consultant will be in touch to discuss this roleand others that may suit your profile. For a confidential chat, contact
Jamahl Fuller
on
07988 746 266
or reply to this message today.
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