| Salary £51,356 - £55,612 Per annum | Permanent | Full Time, 37 hours per week | North Lancashire |
Social Work Team Manager | Empower Contextual Safeguarding
North Lancashire Team - Lancaster Office with travel across North Lancashire and Countywide travel required.
We are seeking a inspirational, dynamic, and innovative Team Managers to join our EmPower Contextual Safeguarding Team in the North Lancashire area, based in Lancaster. The role would be perfect for an experienced Team Manager looking for their next challenge or a Senior Social Worker, ready to progress and gain experience of Team Management.
About us…
Contextual Safeguarding is a cutting-edge approach to understanding and responding to young people’s experiences of significant harm beyond their families. It acknowledges that the relationships young people form in their neighbourhoods, schools, and online can involve violence and abuse. Since parents and carers have limited influence over these contexts, it is crucial for social care practitioners to engage with those who do. This approach expands child protection systems to address the vulnerabilities of young people in various social settings.
Are you ready to lead with passion, innovation, and dedication? This is your opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of adolescents experiencing extra-familial harm and exploitation.
About the role…
As the Team Manager, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing the Contextual Safeguarding approach across Lancashire Children’s Social Care. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Leadership and Development: Inspire and manage a team of multidisciplinary practitioners, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
2. Strategic Implementation: Drive the development and implementation of Contextual Safeguarding practices, ensuring they are embedded across the service.
3. Safeguarding Excellence: Oversee the protection of adolescents from extra-familial harm, ensuring effective interventions and support.
4. Caseload Management: Maintain a sensible caseload, with an average of 12 children, allowing your team to deliver high-quality support.
5. Flexibility and Trust: Benefit from a flexible working environment that values outcomes over clock-watching, with opportunities to work from home and adjust your hours.
6. Professional Growth: Challenge and develop your team and yourself, driving excellence and motivating your team even in the face of tough decisions.
7. Qualifications: Degree in Social Work, with relevant professional registration.
8. Experience: Proven track record in formal or informal leadership within a social work or safeguarding context.
9. Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Ability to handle complex situations and work effectively under pressure.
10. Passion: A genuine commitment to safeguarding and improving the lives of adolescents.
About You
How to Apply…
If you are ready to embrace this rewarding challenge and lead a dedicated multi-disciplinary team in making a positive impact, we want to hear from you.
Closing Date: 14 March 2026
Proposed Interview Date: TBC
To submit your application, please click 'Apply Now' and ensure you attach your CV & Supporting Statement, evidencing how you meet the criteria for the role.
For an informal discussion, please contact Jimmy Craik on