Assistant Team Manager - Children & Families Team - Bootle - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Assistant Team Manager to join the Children & Families Team in Bootle. The role requires leadership of a team delivering services to safeguard vulnerable children. Candidates must be qualified as Social Workers with management experience. The position offers the choice between full-time and part-time work, with a competitive hourly rate of £31.95.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of legislation and statutory frameworks relevant to children's services.
• Proven experience in a management or supervisory role within children and family services.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and support a team of Social Workers and professionals delivering statutory services to children and families.
• Oversee performance against key targets and ensure quality assurance standards are consistently met.
• Collaborate across agencies to promote joint working, equality, and integrated support services.
• Ensure safeguarding principles are embedded in practice.

Skills

Strong leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Multi-agency collaboration

Quality improvement commitment

Education

Qualified Social Worker with valid Social Work England registration

Job description

Location: Bootle, UK
Hourly Rate: £31.95
Contract Type: Ongoing | Full-Time / Part-Time
Specialism: Children & Families

Shape Futures. Lead Change. Make an Impact in Bootle.

We are seeking an experienced and committed Assistant Team Manager to join our forward-thinking Children & Families Team in Bootle. This vital role offers the chance to lead frontline services that safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable children, while supporting a dedicated team of social work professionals. Whether you’re seeking full-time stability or part-time flexibility, this opportunity is designed to suit your lifestyle – all while earning a competitive hourly rate of £31.95.

Flexible Work Options: Choose between full-time or part-time to align with your personal and professional needs.

Professional Development: Work alongside seasoned professionals in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and leadership growth.

Networking: Build strong professional connections within the sector across multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.

Competitive Pay: Earn a rewarding hourly wage that reflects your leadership, responsibility, and dedication.

Supportive Culture: Be part of a high-performing team committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and families.

Your Role & Responsibilities:

Lead, manage, and support a team of Social Workers and professionals delivering statutory services to children and families.

Oversee performance against key targets and ensure quality assurance standards are consistently met.

Collaborate across agencies to promote joint working, equality, and integrated support services.

Ensure safeguarding principles are embedded in practice, while enabling children to achieve safe and successful outcomes.

Support staff development through coaching, supervision, and reflective practice, ensuring high standards of professional delivery.

Implement Sefton’s childcare and safeguarding policies to maintain effective, cost-efficient services that meet legislative requirements.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with valid Social Work England registration.
• Strong knowledge of legislation and statutory frameworks relevant to children’s services.
• Proven experience in a management or supervisory role within children and family services.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and multi-agency collaboration skills.
• Commitment to quality improvement and outcomes-focused service delivery.

Why Work in Bootle?

Bootle is a welcoming and diverse community with a vibrant cultural scene and excellent local amenities. Located in the heart of Sefton, this dynamic town offers a great blend of professional opportunity and personal enjoyment – all just a short distance from Liverpool. Whether you’re enjoying scenic coastal views or contributing to a progressive social care service, Bootle provides a great balance of lifestyle and career development.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

Sanctuary Personnel is a market-leading, award-winning recruitment agency, rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews. We pride ourselves on matching skilled professionals with rewarding locum and permanent roles across the UK, ensuring the best rates and support every step of the way.

Apply now to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in Bootle.