Team Manager, Children & Families – Safeguarding & Support

Cumberland Council; Workington; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Council is seeking an experienced Children’s Team Manager – Support & Protect to lead a team within West Cumbria. You will provide strong management oversight, ensure safeguarding, and work with partner agencies to secure timely and effective outcomes for children and families.

The role offers a permanent, full-time post (37 hours per week) based at West Cumbria House, Workington, with a commitment to professional development and delivery of high-quality services in a supportive

Qualifications

• Oversee a team of social work practitioners and provide high-quality supervision.
• Ensure robust safeguarding practice and meet statutory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop frontline staff to deliver services for children and families.
• Collaborate with partners to secure timely support and positive outcomes.

Job description

Cumberland Council is seeking an experienced Children’s Team Manager – Support & Protect to lead a team within West Cumbria. You will provide strong management oversight, ensure safeguarding, and work with partner agencies to secure timely and effective outcomes for children and families.

The role offers a permanent, full-time post (37 hours per week) based at West Cumbria House, Workington, with a commitment to professional development and delivery of high-quality services in a supportive