Senior Duty & Assessment Team Manager

Pertemps Social Care; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A social care recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Team Manager for a children's duty and assessment team in West Yorkshire. This hybrid role involves leading a social work team, overseeing assessments, and ensuring best practices in safeguarding. Candidates should have a degree in Social Work, be registered with Social Work England, and possess at least 3 years of relevant experience. Competitive pay at £40.00 per hour.

Benefits

Exceptional referral scheme

Tailored career advice

Fast, reliable payroll

Qualifications

• At least 3 years PQE direct employment within English Local Authorities.
• Completed relevant post-qualifying training.
• Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of social workers in a busy duty and assessment service.
• Oversee decision-making on referrals and child protection enquiries.
• Ensure high-quality assessments, effective case direction, and compliance with statutory duties.
• Provide reflective supervision and performance oversight.

Skills

Excellent communication and written skills

Experience in social work management

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

A social care recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Team Manager for a children's duty and assessment team in West Yorkshire. This hybrid role involves leading a social work team, overseeing assessments, and ensuring best practices in safeguarding. Candidates should have a degree in Social Work, be registered with Social Work England, and possess at least 3 years of relevant experience. Competitive pay at £40.00 per hour.