Social Work Team Manager LBHF621993

Hampshire County Council; London; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in London is seeking a dedicated Social Work Team Manager for a 12-month secondment. This role will involve leading a team of social workers while overseeing essential children's services. Candidates should have experience in delivering children’s services and be registered with Social Work England. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Comprehensive total reward package

Supportive environment for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team of social workers.
• Experience in social care services for children and families.
• Commitment to high standards and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of social workers effectively.
• Oversee the Contact & Assessment Service.
• Ensure collaboration with other agencies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Experience in delivering children’s services

Team management

Education

Registered with Social Work England (SWE)

Job description

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Salary range: £61,686 - £64,938 per annum
Work location: 145-155 King Street, Hammersmith, London W6 9XY
Hours per week: 36.00
Contract type: x1 Permanent and x1 Fixed Term for 12 months
Vetting requirements: Enhanced DBS Check
Closing date: 7 September 2025

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and shortlisting may take place before the closing date. We reserve the right to close the advert early once suitable candidates are identified, so we encourage early applications
Contact details for Informal discussion: Katie Harland, via email on [e-mail]

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12 month secondment Social Work Team Manager position. We are seeking dedicated, motivated, and experienced professional to join our esteemed team.

As a Social Work Team Manager, you will:

• Lead and Inspire: Manage and motivate a team of both experienced and newly qualified social workers, with the support of a Deputy Team Manager.
• First Point of Contact: Oversee our Contact & Assessment Service, the crucial first point of contact for children, young people, and their families in need of social care services.
• Champion Excellence: Strive to provide the best possible service by upholding high standards, driving forward improvements, and ensuring close collaboration with other agencies and services.

What We Offer:

• Impactful Work: Your role will be pivotal in improving outcomes for children and young people, making a tangible difference in their lives.
• Professional Growth: Be a key member of our management team, setting service priorities, planning team workloads, reviewing performance, and monitoring standards.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a supportive and collaborative environment where your expertise and dedication are valued.
• Experience and Passion: Proven experience in delivering children’s services and a deep understanding of the issues and legislation involved.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead, inspire, and manage a team effectively.
• Qualified Social Worker: You must be registered with Social Work England (SWE).

Our People Values:

How we act defines who we are. At the heart of our organisation is a common approach to defining ‘who we are’. We are looking for people whocan build this into everything they do.

We are fair
We treat everyone withcompassion, dignity andfairness. We value theviews and opinion of others, and promote benefits andopportunities for all.

We are caring
We care about our borough anddoing things well. We focus on standards and continuousimprovement; learning fromour mistakes and celebratingsuccess.

We are collaborators
We work together for a bettersociety. We work with ourresidents, businesses, schools,third sector and others forbetter outcomes for everyone.

We are driven
We will only settle for the verybest. We seek to continuallyimprove and put our residents,customers and businesses atthe heart of everything we do.

Our commitment to you:

At H&F you will have access to a comprehensive total reward package as well as joining a flexible working employer and as such all staff can request flexible working Click HERE to find out more.

We believe an inclusive workplace is about the visibility and representation of our local diverse community - it is about open and transparent decision making co-produced with staff and residents.

It is about respect for diversity and a shared identity that seeks to encourage fair and transparent recruitment, retention, and career progression. We take a proactive approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion so that it is part of the fabric of the Council with a shared understanding of the role all colleagues play in realising the inclusivity of the workplace. At H&F, our workplace ensures that everybody has equitable access to opportunities.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equitable access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

To explore more about the work we do towards being an inclusive employer and our commitments to achieve this please click HERE .

Asking for Adjustments

We are committed to removing barriers in the workplace and this includes adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

If you would like to discuss any adjustments or request the application form in a different format, please contact us at [e-mail] or by post to The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith W6 9JU

Hammersmith & Fulham Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.