Family Help Team Lead – Social Work (Hybrid)

Hampshire County Council; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Hybrid working

Health Assured EAP

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hampshire County Council in Totton is seeking a Team Manager within our Family Help Service. You'll lead a team of social work professionals delivering early targeted support to families in their local communities.

You will oversee safeguarding, manage budgets, and build multi-agency partnerships, with flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid arrangements. The post involves a criminal records check and right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and relevant legislation.
• Proven experience of care management and supervising social work practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Social Workers and Family Practitioners to deliver exceptional, child-centred services.
• Oversee casework and ensure compliance with safeguarding principles and statutory guidance.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and adherence to financial procedures.
• Build strong partnerships with multi-agency teams to enhance service delivery.
• Drive service development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Partnership building

Decision making

Education

Registered Social Worker (Social Work England)

Job description

Hampshire County Council in Totton is seeking a Team Manager within our Family Help Service. You'll lead a team of social work professionals delivering early targeted support to families in their local communities.

You will oversee safeguarding, manage budgets, and build multi-agency partnerships, with flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid arrangements. The post involves a criminal records check and right to work in the UK is required.