Impact-Driven Team Manager, Youth Services

Sanctuary Personnel; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel in the United Kingdom is seeking a Team Manager for the Children’s Adolescent Service. The permanent, full‑time role is based in Southend with a salary up to £60,898 per year.

You will lead a defined team, manage safeguarding practices, and ensure services meet quality standards and client expectations. You should hold a Social Work qualification (or equivalent), with understanding of relevant legislation, and be registered or eligible for registration.

Qualifications

• A Social Work qualification or equivalent is required.
• Understanding of relevant legislation.
• Registered or eligible for registration.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities and risks associated with the service and escalate to management.
• Conduct assessments in complex or high-risk circumstances to safeguard wellbeing and protect vulnerable people.
• Apply professional expertise and exercise judgment to deliver services that meet customer requirements and service standards.
• Ensure professional and quality-service standards are maintained within their area of activity.
• Develop and implement plans for their area and contribute to business and service planning.
• Monitor budgets, funding and resources in line with policies and procedures where appropriate.
• Collaborate with other service areas/partners to assess and deliver user needs and service objectives.
• Manage a defined team or area with clear direction and development.
• Support performance management and development of team members through coaching.

Education

Social Work Qualification or equivalent

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel in the United Kingdom is seeking a Team Manager for the Children’s Adolescent Service. The permanent, full‑time role is based in Southend with a salary up to £60,898 per year.

You will lead a defined team, manage safeguarding practices, and ensure services meet quality standards and client expectations. You should hold a Social Work qualification (or equivalent), with understanding of relevant legislation, and be registered or eligible for registration.