Job Title: Social Worker Team Manager – CP / CIN Team
Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s
Location: Wirral, UK
Salary: £45.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing (Part Time or Full Time)
Perks and benefits
* Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £45.00 per hour, recognising the senior leadership responsibility and complexity of frontline Children’s Social Care.
* Part Time / Full Time Flexibility: Choose working hours that align with your lifestyle while maintaining leadership continuity.
* Career Development: Strengthen your leadership profile and enhance future employability through senior management experience.
* Supportive Working Environment: Lead within a collaborative service that values professional support and shared accountability.
* Work-Life Balance: Benefit from locum flexibility while delivering high‑impact leadership in statutory services.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker Team Manager to lead a frontline Assessment, CIN, CP, PLO, and Care Proceedings team in Wirral. You will play a critical role in safeguarding children, ensuring high‑quality practice, and driving performance across complex statutory pathways.
What you will do
* Lead and manage a frontline children’s social work team delivering Assessment, Child in Need, Child Protection, pre‑proceedings, and care proceedings work.
* Oversee and quality‑assure assessments, CIN plans, CP plans, PLO activity, and court work to ensure statutory compliance.
* Provide regular supervision, guidance, and professional challenge to social workers to support development and high standards of practice.
* Make timely and effective management decisions to manage risk and drive progress within statutory timescales.
* Monitor performance, address practice issues, and ensure clear accountability across the team.
* Maintain visibility and accessibility as a team leader, supporting safe and effective service delivery.
Why Wirral
Wirral offers an excellent quality of life, combining stunning coastline, green spaces, and a vibrant cultural scene. With strong transport links, welcoming communities, and a commitment to strong Children’s Services, Wirral provides an ideal environment for senior social work leaders looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.
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