Team Manager Family Safeguarding

Pro Social Partners Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social partnership organization is seeking a Team Manager for the Children's Safeguarding Service in Lambeth. This hybrid role involves providing operational leadership and managing a team of Social Workers dedicated to safeguarding children. The ideal candidate must have a Social Worker qualification and experience in managing teams. Benefits include flexible working, extensive leave, and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

27 Days Annual Leave, rising to 33 with service

Modern offices in the Lambeth Civic Centre

Latest tech setup for remote working

Clear progression & leadership pathways

Qualifications

• Must have a Social Worker qualification.
• Experience in managing social work teams.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of experienced Social Workers.
• Deliver statutory services to children in need.
• Ensure timely and effective interventions.

Skills

Social Worker Qualification

Leadership

Risk Management

Multi-agency Collaboration

Job description

MUST HAVE A SOCIAL WORKER QUALIFICATION!

Team Manager – Children’s Safeguarding Team

Location: Lambeth, London (Hybrid Working)

Permanent | Full-Time

Pro Social Partners are proud to be working exclusively in partnership with Lambeth Council, who are currently recruiting Team Managers into their Children’s Safeguarding Service. This is your chance to step into a frontline leadership role where you can drive meaningful outcomes for children and families at risk of significant harm.

Why Join Lambeth Council?

• Hybrid / Flexible Working Options
• Manage a focused, stable Social Work team
• 27 Days Annual Leave, rising to 33 with 5 years’ service
• Modern offices in the award-winning Lambeth Civic Centre
• Latest tech setup for remote working and case management
• Clear progression & leadership development pathways
• Strong multi-agency working environment
• Inclusive employer – Stonewall Diversity Champion

About the Role

As a Team Manager in the Children’s Safeguarding Service, you’ll lead a team of experienced Social Workers delivering statutory services to children subject to child protection and child in need plans. Your role will be central in overseeing quality frontline practice, managing complex risk, and ensuring that children are safeguarded through timely and effective interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day to day operational leadership and supervision
• Oversee risk …