Group Manager - Hull - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Group Manager for Children’s Social Care in Hull. This senior leadership role offers the chance to provide strategic and operational guidance to enhance services and outcomes for children and families. The ideal candidate will support Team Managers, ensure compliance with statutory duties, and lead service improvement initiatives. Flexible part-time/full-time schedule and competitive pay of £43.69 per hour. Work in a supportive team dedicated to positive change in children's lives.

Benefits

Part time / full time flexibility

Competitive hourly pay

Professional development

Supportive leadership culture

Meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership and management within children's social services.
• Ability to translate strategic priorities into effective operational delivery.
• Strong understanding of compliance with statutory duties and council policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management to Team Managers and service leads.
• Ensure compliance with statutory duties and council policies.
• Lead service improvement initiatives and quality assurance processes.

Job description

Social Worker - Adults Multi-Disciplinary Team

Specialism: Social worker – children’s services
Location: Hull, UK
Salary: £43.69 per hour
Contract: Ongoing locum
Schedule: Part time / full time

Job overview

Step into a senior leadership role as a Group Manager within Children’s Social Care in Hull. This is an outstanding opportunity to provide both strategic and operational leadership across children’s services, driving high-quality practice and positive outcomes for children and families. Hull City Council is seeking an experienced and inspiring leader who can shape services, support managers, and ensure statutory responsibilities are met to the highest standard.

Perks and benefits

Part time / full time flexibility: Choose a working pattern that fits your lifestyle while maintaining senior-level impact.

Competitive hourly pay: Earn £43.69 per hour, offering flexibility and recognition for your expertise.

Professional development: Continue to grow and refine your leadership skills through strategic involvement and service improvement work.

Supportive leadership culture: Work within a collaborative senior management team committed to excellent outcomes.

Meaningful impact: Experience real job satisfaction knowing your leadership directly improves children’s lives across Hull.

What you will do

Provide leadership and management to Team Managers and service leads within Children’s Social Care.

Translate strategic priorities into effective operational delivery across service areas.

Ensure compliance with statutory duties, council policies, and regulatory requirements.

Lead service improvement initiatives and oversee robust quality assurance processes.

Act as a senior decision-maker in complex safeguarding and child protection matters.

Support, supervise, and develop Team Managers through coaching, performance management, and reflective supervision.

Build and maintain strong multi-agency partnerships, representing the council at strategic forums and meetings.

Oversee budgets, financial planning, and resource allocation to ensure efficient service delivery.

Play a key role in inspection readiness, governance, and continuous improvement activity.

Why Hull?

Hull offers a fantastic blend of vibrant city living and easy access to stunning countryside and coastline. With a strong sense of community, rich cultural heritage, and exciting regeneration, Hull is not just a place to work—it’s a place to thrive, lead, and make a lasting difference.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning recruitment agency. With an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews and numerous industry awards, we are committed to securing the best opportunities and rates tailored to your skills and experience.