Deputy Team Manager - Community Children's Team

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme with 22.4% employer contribution

Discounted gym membership

Cycle to work scheme

Exclusive discounts at retailers

Job summary

A local government council in Wales is seeking a passionate Deputy Team Manager to lead the Community Children's Team. The role involves providing professional leadership, managing complex cases, and ensuring high-quality service delivery to children and families. Candidates should have a recognised Social Work qualification and at least three years of relevant experience. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, generous leave, and a strong focus on training and development. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years post-qualifying experience working with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership and guidance to Social Workers and Support Workers.
• Manage a small caseload of complex cases.
• Support the development and delivery of high-quality services.

Skills

Leadership

Child Protection

Social Work

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Registration with Social Care Wales

Job description

Deputy Team Manager - Community Children\'s Team

Location: Fairways, Sandfields, Port Talbot

Job Title: Deputy Team Manager

Location of post: Fairways, Sandfields, Port Talbot
Is this post a secondment? NO
Workstyle: Hybrid working is supported, however an office presence is expected in line with the needs of the service

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your social work career? We are looking for a dynamic and committed Deputy Team Manager to help lead our Port Talbot Community Children\'s Team with energy, compassion, and purpose.

In this pivotal role, you will support the Team Manager in delivering a high-quality, responsive service to children and families across Port Talbot and Briton Ferry. You will work with children in need of care and support, those in need of protection, and looked-after children ensuring that every child receives the best possible outcomes in line with current legislation, policy, and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Providing professional leadership and guidance to Social Workers and Support Workers.
• Managing a small caseload of complex cases to stay connected to frontline practice.
• Supporting the development and delivery of our service to maintain excellence.
• Helping shape a culture of learning, support, and continuous improvement.
• Participating in a management team with a focus on quality practice, family support, and effective risk management.

Its an exciting time in Children and Young People Services! We are proud of our strong and stable management team, and we are making real progress towards our goals of quality practice, family support, and effective risk management.

• Low average caseloads mean you can focus on doing your best work.
• Training and development are top priorities, we invest in you.
• Supportive leadership that values your voice and your growth.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and secure employment.
• Generous leave: 25 days annual leave (rising to 32 after 5 years), plus 2 extra days at Christmas.
• Excellent benefits: pension scheme, sick pay, and a Health & Well-being Group.

Qualifications

• A recognised Social Work qualification.
• Registration with Social Care Wales.
• At least three years post-qualifying experience working with children and young people.

About Us and Additional Information

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues\' efforts and achievements. We also believe that there\'s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need. Choose to work for us and you will be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years service (+ 8 bank holidays)
• Discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Car purchase options through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app

For an informal discussion, please contact Robyn Kingston, Team Manager or Maria Selby, Principal Officer: Email: [e-mail] or [e-mail]

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure. Neath Port Talbot Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected. Welsh Language skills are not required.

Essential and Additional Information

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have a disability and armed forces veterans. In support of employees of Tata Steel who are at risk of redundancy, Neath Port Talbot Council offers a guaranteed interview for jobs across the Council.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Administrative, Education, and Management
• Industries: Government Administration

Port Talbot, Wales, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

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