Qualified Social Worker – Leaving Care – Team Manager

Pertemps; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to manage a Care Leavers Team in Crewe. The role involves managing a varied caseload, conducting assessments, and supporting children and families. Candidates should be registered with Social Work England and have at least 2 years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive pay at £30 per hour and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible hybrid working

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Child Protection or similar roles.
• Skilled in building relationships with families and professionals.
• Confident in multi-agency collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload.
• Complete in-depth assessments of need and risk.
• Create and review multi-agency care plans.

Skills

Relationship building

Court work expertise

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Education

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

Qualified Social Worker – Leaving Care – Team Manager
North West | £30 per hour | Flexible Working

Are you an experienced and passionate Qualified Social Worker ready for your next challenge? We’re seeking a dedicated professional Team manager to lead a Care Leavers Team. Supporting a team of Personal Advisors for a local authority in the North West – offering competitive pay, flexible hybrid working, and a supportive, collaborative environment.

About the Role
Join a dynamic Children & Families service where your experience will truly make a difference. You’ll be part of a team of 6 Social Workers and 1 Family Support Worker, working cases from initial referral through to care proceedings.
Your role will include:
Managing a varied caseload
Completing in-depth assessments of need and risk
Creating and reviewing multi-agency care plans
Working closely with partner agencies to deliver effective interventions
Supporting children and families to achieve the best possible outcomes
Flexible working: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote. Duty day requires office attendance.

About You
We’re looking for someone who is:

• Registered with Social Work England
• Experienced (2+ years) in Child Protection, CIN, or similar roles
• Skilled in building strong relationships with families and professionals
• Knowledgeable in legislation, safeguarding, and best practice
• Confident in court work and multi-agency collaboration
• Passionate about improving children’s lives and achieving lasting results

What’s in it for you?
With this agency opportunity via Pertemps, you’ll receive:

• A dedicated consultant with access to roles UK-wide
• Streamlined online registration
• Weekly prompt payroll
• Referral bonuses & incentives
• Full compliance support
• Access to exclusive agency roles

Ideal Location
This role is easily commutable from: Manchester, Northwich, Ellesmere Port, Birkenhead, Wirral, Liverpool, Macclesfield, Skelmersdale, Wigan, Warrington, Bolton, Altrincham, Cheadle, Stockport, St Helens, Widnes, Crewe, Stoke-on Trent, Macclesfield, Winsford, Runcorn.
Not the role for you?
We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work including: IRO (Independence Reviewing Officer), BIA (Best Interest Assessor), MASH, Children in Need, Duty and Assessment, Child Protection, LAC, Children’s Social Work, Residential Care Practitioner, Adult Social Work, Registered Manager, Children's Residential Homes, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager.

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