Social Work Team Manager - Care Leavers Team - Cheshire - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social work agency is seeking an experienced Social Work Team Manager to oversee the Care Leavers Team in Cheshire. This ongoing locum position offers flexibility with full-time or part-time hours, a competitive hourly rate, and the opportunity to impact the lives of young care leavers aged 16–25. The ideal candidate will provide leadership, manage complex cases, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation. Join us to further your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Autonomy in work arrangements

Access to professional development

Networking opportunities

Varied experience in cases

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with current registration.
• Proven experience in senior practitioner roles within children's social care.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Personal Advisors and Social Workers.
• Oversee and quality-assure complex cases to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with various agencies to deliver multi-agency support.

Skills

Team management

Knowledge of legislation

Safeguarding

Professional support

Education

Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration

Significant experience in Care Leavers services

Experience in team management

Job description

Social Work Team Manager – Care Leavers Team

Job Title: Social Work Team Manager – Care Leavers Team…Specialism: Care Leavers…Location: Cheshire, UK…Salary: £46.00 per hour…Contract: Ongoing…Hours: Full Time / Part Time

This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced Social Work Team Manager to join the Care Leavers Team in Cheshire. This ongoing locum role offers excellent flexibility with full-time or part-time options and a highly competitive hourly rate. You will play a pivotal role in supporting young people aged 16–25 as they transition from care to independent adulthood, while providing strong leadership and strategic direction to your team.

As a locum Team Manager, you will benefit from flexibility, varied experience, and the opportunity to work across partnership networks, all while making a lasting impact on the lives of care leavers.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time / Part Time: Choose hours that suit your lifestyle and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy autonomy and control over your working arrangements.
• Professional Development: Access training and development opportunities to strengthen leadership and management skills.
• Networking Opportunities: Work closely with a wide range of partner agencies and professionals.
• Varied Experience: Gain exposure to diverse cases and strategic service development work.

What you will do:

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of Personal Advisors and Social Workers, providing regular supervision and professional support.
• Fulfil statutory duties under the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000, ensuring high-quality services and strong corporate parenting practice.
• Oversee and quality-assure complex cases, maintaining high standards and compliance with statutory and local practice requirements.
• Work collaboratively with housing, education, health, employment services, and voluntary organisations to deliver effective multi-agency support.
• Contribute to service development, using performance data and feedback from young people to drive continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant post-qualifying experience within Care Leavers / Leaving Care services.
• Proven experience in team management or senior practitioner roles within children’s social care.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding, and corporate parenting responsibilities.

Cheshire offers an excellent quality of life, combining beautiful countryside with vibrant towns and strong community networks. It’s an ideal location to enjoy both professional fulfilment and personal wellbeing.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for social work and healthcare roles. With an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews and multiple industry awards, we are committed to securing the best possible rates and roles that match your skills and experience. Apply today and take the next step in your leadership career with Sanctuary Personnel.