Deputy Team Manager - Community Children’s Team

NPT Pass; Neath; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government Pension Scheme (15.3%

Gym membership discount

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Neath Port Talbot Council is seeking a Deputy Team Manager for the Port Talbot Community Children’s Team. The role combines leadership with hands-on support to children and families within a hybrid work model, with a clear focus on safeguarding and preventative practice.

You will mentor staff and work with partner agencies to deliver high-quality services. The post requires a Social Work qualification and registration with Social Care Wales, and offers a strong progression path, competitive

Qualifications

• Must have Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Care Wales.
• Experience leading teams within children's services is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Port Talbot Community Children’s Team with dedication and purpose.
• Support the Team Manager in delivering a caring and supportive service to children and families.
• Mentor team members and promote staff development, fostering multi-agency collaboration.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentoring

Interagency collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Social Work qualification

Registered with Social Care Wales

Job description

Neath Port Talbot Council is seeking a Deputy Team Manager for the Port Talbot Community Children’s Team. The role combines leadership with hands-on support to children and families within a hybrid work model, with a clear focus on safeguarding and preventative practice.

You will mentor staff and work with partner agencies to deliver high-quality services. The post requires a Social Work qualification and registration with Social Care Wales, and offers a strong progression path, competitive