About The Role
Children’s Social Work Manager – Assessment & Support – North.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Leominster (North Locality)
Hours: 37 hours
Salary: 11HC £51,356 - £55,915 plus market supplement of £5,000 per year (£56,356 - £60,915)
Welcome payment: £10,000 (see attached guidance)
Closing Date: 31st May 2026
The Role
Lead a team of five social workers, delivering robust short‑term quality assessments of need and fostering professional development. Work with a rotating duty element to keep pace and ensure the best outcomes for children and families.
* Manage and lead the Assessment team, securing high‑quality assessments of need.
* Allocate and prioritise workloads to keep each child’s care paramount.
* Develop team members and implement an effective, efficient service model.
* Prepare the team plan to meet objectives and performance targets.
* Produce assessment reports and manage complex cases.
About You
* Registered with Social Work England and hold a recognised qualification (DipSW, CQSW, CSS or equivalent).
* Minimum 2 years’ statutory social care experience.
* Strong assessment, report‑writing and case‑management skills.
* Excellent analytical, planning and decision‑making abilities.
* Committed to collaborative, inclusive working with families and partner agencies.
* Resilient, reflective and confident in managing complex situations.
* Thrives in a fast‑paced team environment, contributing to continuous learning.
We Offer
* Competitive salary: 11HC £51,356‑£55,915 plus a market supplement of £5,000 per year.
* Relocation support up to £10,000.
* Welcome payment £10,000 for experienced social workers.
* Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) enrolment.
* Protected time and budget for professional development.
* Clear career progression pathways.
* 31 days’ annual leave (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 10 days per year.
* Flexible working: flexi‑time, job share, part‑time, and home working.
* Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support.
* Payment of professional membership fees.
* Access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits, including savings, cash back and discounts.
Commitments and Statutory Obligations
* Candidates who disclose a disability will be interviewed under the “Disability Confident” scheme.
* Candidates who are Armed Forces Veterans or Reservists will receive support under the Armed Forces Covenant.
* Candidates who have left Herefordshire care will be considered for special support.
* All staff will undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check and additional pre‑employment checks.
Contact
RecruitmentCYPD@herefordshire.gov.uk
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