Team Manager

Hampshire County Council; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Hybrid working

Health Assured EAP

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Hampshire County Council in Totton is seeking a Team Manager within our Family Help Service. You'll lead a team of social work professionals delivering early targeted support to families in their local communities.

You will oversee safeguarding, manage budgets, and build multi-agency partnerships, with flexible working including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid arrangements. The post involves a criminal records check and right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Partnership building

Decision making

Education

Registered Social Worker (Social Work England)

Job description

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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)

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.
  

• 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 information here .
  

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, Childrens 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.

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:

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.

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 Requirement (GOR) applies.

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