Social Work Team Manager – Children with Disabilities Hub #5270718

Semester.co.uk; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Team Manager for the Children with Disabilities Hub, responsible for overseeing a dedicated team and enhancing service delivery. This full-time, hybrid role requires a strong background in social work and the ability to lead effectively while fostering positive relationships with families and partner agencies.

Benefits

Free ongoing training

Competitive pay rates

Weekly payments

Dedicated support and advice

Qualifications

• Experience as Team Manager or Senior Practitioner in social care.
• Background in working with children with disabilities.
• Staff management and development experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of 6 Family Support Workers.
• Provide operational oversight of cases within the team.
• Promote restorative and trauma-informed practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Relationship Building

Job description

Social Work Team Manager – Children with Disabilities Hub #5270718

Team Manager – Children with Disabilities Hub
Cheshire East | Macclesfield Town Hall or Delamere House, Crewe
Interim | Full-time | Hybrid (min. 3 days in office)

Semester Recruitment is partnering with Cheshire East Council to find an experienced Team Manager for the Children with Disabilities Hub.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled manager to lead a team supporting children with complex needs and to contribute to the ongoing development of a progressive, relationship-based service.

Role Overview:

• Lead and supervise up to 6 Family Support Workers, managing support packages for children with complex disabilities.
• Collaborate with a second Team Manager handling CIN, CP, and Care Proceedings.
• Provide operational oversight of all cases within the team.
• Responsible for performance management and quality assurance.
• Work closely with the Service Manager, parents/carers, and multi-agency partners to improve the Children with Disabilities Hub.
• Cover for the other Team Manager during leave periods.
• Promote a restorative, trauma-informed, and relationship-based practice.

Requirements:

• Experienced Team Manager or Senior Practitioner ready to step into a managerial role.
• Background in working with children with disabilities.
• Proven staff management, development, and practice leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of statutory processes and support frameworks for children with complex needs.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with professionals and families.
• Ability to work across Cheshire East; access to a vehicle is desirable.
• Commitment to a minimum of 3 days in the office per week (Macclesfield or Crewe).

Working Hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 8:30am–5:00pm
• Friday: 8:30am–4:30pm
• Hybrid working with strong office presence.

DBS Requirement:

• Enhanced DBS including barred list checks for Children.

If you are passionate about leading a team that makes a real difference, apply now or contact Semester Recruitment for more information. CVs are reviewed immediately; early applications are encouraged.

Essential:

• Enhanced DBS/Update service.
• References covering the last 5 years of employment.

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk:

• Free ongoing training.
• Competitive pay rates.
• In-house payroll with weekly payments.
• Dedicated support and advice.
• Various opportunities in your preferred area.

Click ‘Apply’ below for more details or to submit your application.