Team Manager

Hampshire County Council; Eling; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

9-day fortnight

Health Assured EAP

Generous annual leave

LGPS benefits

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Team Manager for the Family Help Service in Totton. You will lead a team of social workers and practitioners delivering early, targeted support to families in local communities.

The role focuses on safeguarding, casework oversight, partnership work, and budget management, with flexible hybrid working and a positive impact on families' lives.

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and relevant legislation.
• Experience in care management and supervising social work practice.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and partnership-building skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in complex situations and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Social Workers and Family Practitioners to deliver child-centred services.
• Oversee casework and ensure safeguarding compliance and guidance adherence.
• Manage budgets effectively and ensure value for money.
• Build strong multi-agency partnerships to enhance service delivery.
• Drive service development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Partnerships

Decision-making

Safeguarding

Education

Qualified Social Worker (Social Work England)

Job description

Team Manager

Job Reference: HCC625092

Salary Range: £50,564 - £56,219 pro-rata, per annum (actual salary £30,065 - £33,427 per annum), plus Market Supplement of £9,350 pro-rata, per annum

Work Location: Totton Hub, Totton (Hybrid Working)

Hours per week: 22

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 30 September 2026

The Role:

As a Team Manager in our Family Help Service, you’ll lead a passionate team of social work professionals dedicated to delivering early, targeted support to families in their local communities.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and motivate a team of Social Workers and Family Practitioners to deliver exceptional, child-centred services.
• Oversee casework and ensure compliance with safeguarding principles and statutory guidance.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and adherence to financial procedures.
• Build strong partnerships with multi-agency teams to enhance service delivery.
• Drive service development and continuous improvement initiatives.

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and relevant legislation.
• Proven experience of care management and supervising social work practice.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and partnership-building skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in complex situations and manage competing priorities.

Take a look at our Candidate Pack for more information about the Team Manager role, team and our values. The section ‘About you’ explains what specific knowledge, skills and experience we want you to tell us about. Make sure you explain how you meet these requirements and demonstrate our values, in your application.

Why join us?

• Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development.
• Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more informationhere.
  

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

Other roles you may be searching for may include: Advanced Social Work Practitioner, Senior Social Worker, Deputy Team Manager, Practice Supervisor, Senior Case Manager, Children’s Services Practitioner.

Travel Requirements:

You will be required to travel to various locations within Hampshire, and it is essential that you have a current drivers’ licence and access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis.

Additional Information:

Team Manager (Family Help) Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

The post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

For general enquiries, please contact [e-mail] For an informal chat about the role, please contact Mark Hewer, District Manager on [e-mail]

Hampshire County 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.
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