JOB [ Click Apply]db742659 Locum Social Work Team Manager - Safeguarding Team Location: Hereford, UK Hourly Rate: £41.42 Contract Type: Ongoing Working Pattern: Full-Time / Part-Time Overview We are seeking a highly experienced and committed Team Manager to lead a frontline Children's Safeguarding Team in Herefordshire. This is an excellent locum opportunity offering an attractive hourly rate of £41.42, with flexible full-time or part-time hours. In this pivotal leadership role, you will provide both strategic direction and operational oversight to ensure the delivery of high-quality, child-centred safeguarding services. Key Benefits Flexible Working Patterns: Choose between full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle. Competitive Pay: Earn £41.42 per hour, reflecting your expertise and leadership capability. Diverse Case Exposure: Engage in a wide range of complex safeguarding cases to maintain a dynamic work environment. Ongoing Professional Development: Access structured training and learning opportunities to support career progression. Leadership Role: Influence practice and contribute to systemic improvements within children's social care. Key Responsibilities Provide clear leadership and supervision to Social Workers, Advanced Practitioners, and administrative staff within the Safeguarding Team. Drive timely, proportionate, and effective responses to child protection concerns, ensuring robust assessment, planning, and intervention. Oversee complex safeguarding cases and chair critical meetings, including strategy discussions and decision-making forums. Monitor team performance using key performance indicators, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and Ofsted standards. Lead on court proceedings, ensuring high-quality legal documentation and timely submissions. Promote effective multi-agency collaboration with partners including health, police, education, and the voluntary sector. Maintain oversight of team budgets, including staffing and commissioned placements/services. Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker (Degree/DipSW/CQSW or equivalent) Registration with Social Work England Management qualification or willingness to work towards one Significant post-qualification experience in statutory children's services Demonstrated experience in child protection and complex case management Proven capability in supervision or team management Desirable Attributes Strong leadership with a child-centred, values-driven approach Ability to remain calm, decisive, and effective in high-pressure environments Commitment to service quality, innovation, and continuous improvement High levels of professional integrity, resilience, and accountability Why Hereford? Hereford offers a unique combination of scenic countryside, a close-knit community, and cultural vibrancy. It's the ideal location for professionals seeking a better work-life balance while contributing meaningfully to local safeguarding efforts. Working with Sanctuary Personnel Sanctuary Personnel is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency, proudly rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot with over 1,000 reviews. We are dedicated to helping social care professionals secure the best locum opportunities with competitive rates and outstanding support. Apply today to lead a team that's passionate about safeguarding and making a tangible impact in children's lives across Herefordshire.