Social Worker Team Manager – Grade 12 (Social & Healthcare Qualified) The Portal, Ellesmere Port 37 hours per week (early 16:30 finish on Fridays) £43.00 per hour Hybrid working available Are you an experienced Social Work professional ready to take the next step into leadership? We’re seeking a dedicated Social Worker Team Manager to lead a dynamic team committed to improving outcomes for children and young people. About the Role This is a pivotal leadership position where you will ensure that children and young people remain at the heart of all practice. You will champion a strengths-based, relational, and trauma-informed approach, aligned with Our Way of Working, while delivering a high-quality, responsive service for families. Key Responsibilities Provide strong operational leadership to maintain a stable and effective service Manage risk, ensuring statutory responsibilities and escalation processes are followed Lead on recruitment, induction, supervision, and performance management Foster a reflective, learning-focused, and trauma-informed team culture Monitor service performance through data analysis and quality assurance activity Use feedback and insight to drive continuous service improvement Build and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external agencies Contribute to strategic development, service planning, and reporting Manage resources in line with financial and regulatory frameworks Support workforce and practice development alongside senior leadership teams What We’re Looking For Qualified Social Worker with relevant leadership experience Strong understanding of statutory frameworks and safeguarding practices Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams Commitment to trauma-informed and relationship-based practice Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills Additional Information Hybrid working model Flexibility required, including occasional out-of-hours work Participation in emergency duty rotas Regular travel as part of the role Apply Today If you’re passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV to Nik.froud@servicecare.org.uk Call 01772 208964 for more information Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them and earn a £250 bonus upon successful placement!