Front Door Safeguarding Team Lead

Wakefield Council; Wrenthorpe; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave (up to 10 extra)

Hybrid working

Extensive training programs

Wellbeing support

LGPS pension

Employee benefits and discounts

Job summary

Wakefield Council is seeking a skilled Team Manager to lead the Integrated Front Door (MASH) for children and families. You will mentor practitioners, oversee safeguarding decisions, and ensure timely support for those in need, while fostering multi-agency collaboration and robust information sharing.

The role demands significant post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Care, strong leadership, and a commitment to child-centred practice.

Qualifications

• DipSW, CQSW, BA (Hons) Social Work, or equivalent social work qualification.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Significant post-qualifying experience within Children's Social Care.
• Experience of managing staff and overseeing complex safeguarding decisions.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, thresholds, and multi-agency working.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, supervise, and support practitioners within the Integrated Front Door.
• Provide management oversight of contacts, referrals, and safeguarding decision-making.
• Ensure timely and effective responses to children and families requiring support and protection.
• Drive high-quality practice and promote effective risk assessment and analysis.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to support robust information sharing and multi-agency decision-making.
• Promote a child-centred approach in all areas of practice.
• Monitor performance, quality, and service delivery standards.
• Chair meetings and contribute to complex safeguarding discussions and decision-making forums.
• Support workforce development through reflective supervision, coaching, and learning opportunities.
• Contribute to service improvement and the ongoing development of the Integrated Front Door.
• Be passionate about delivering excellent services for children and families.
• Support the Service Manager and contribute to continuous service improvement.
• Champion positive practice and drive excellent outcomes for children and families.

Skills

Registration with Social Work England

Leadership

Decision making

Education

DipSW/CQSW/BA (Hons) Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Wakefield Council is seeking a skilled Team Manager to lead the Integrated Front Door (MASH) for children and families. You will mentor practitioners, oversee safeguarding decisions, and ensure timely support for those in need, while fostering multi-agency collaboration and robust information sharing.

The role demands significant post-qualifying experience in Children's Social Care, strong leadership, and a commitment to child-centred practice.