Team Manager - Levels of Need – Qualified Social Worker

Pertemps; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead a dedicated social work team in Merseyside. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in child protection and a minimum of 4 years of experience. This ongoing role offers a pay rate of £50 per hour and requires a proactive approach to leading high-performing teams while ensuring the best outcomes for vulnerable children.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

Easy online registration

Weekly payroll

Referral schemes

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience with recent leadership exposure.
• In-depth knowledge of child protection and impact of trauma.
• Ability to build rapport and engage families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a social work team focused on early intervention.
• Apply expert knowledge of child protection legislation.
• Develop tailored care plans that empower children and families.

Skills

Leadership

Child protection knowledge

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England

Job description

Team Manager - Levels of Need – Qualified Social Worker
Location: Merseyside (Easily commutable from across the North West)
Pay Rate: £50 per hour
Contract: Ongoing agency role

Are you a Qualified Social Work Manager with a passion for protecting vulnerable children and leading high-performing teams?We’re looking for an experienced and compassionate Team Manager to lead a small, dedicated social work team triaging referrals in line with the Local Authority’s Children’s Services Levels of Need.This is a vital role requiring deep knowledge of child protection, permanence planning, and the impact of trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) on children. You’ll help ensure timely and proportionate responses to referrals that enable children and families to thrive.

️ What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading and supervising a social work team focused on early intervention and triage
• Applying expert knowledge of child protection legislation and social care frameworks
• Using evidence-based approaches to assess need and risk, ensuring appropriate responses
• Supporting front-line staff in delivering trauma-informed and person-centred services
• Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to safeguard children and promote stability
• Monitoring quality of work and ensuring timely decision-making for referrals
• Developing tailored care plans that empower children and families

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England
• Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience, with recent leadership exposure
• Background in child protection, permanence, or similar frontline teams
• In-depth knowledge of ACEs, trauma, and the impact of separation from birth families
• Ability to build rapport and engage families in meaningful intervention
• Skilled in risk assessment, case planning, and working in multi-agency settings
• A positive, proactive, and flexible manager who champions best practice
• Strong communication, mediation, and organisational skills
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory guidance

In Return, Pertemps Social Care Offers:

• A dedicated consultant with access to exclusive roles UK-wide
• Easy online registration and fast-track compliance
• Weekly payroll that’s prompt and reliable
• Referral schemes, incentives, and support throughout your placement

Ideal for Candidates Based in or Around: Bolton, Bury , Oldham, Trafford, Ashton under Lyne, Macclesfield, Warrington, Wigan, Knowsley, Huddersfield, St Helen, Widnes, Altrincham, Middleton, Urmston, Irlam, Stretford, Eccles, Salford, Stockport, Longsight, Bradford, Chester, Runcorn, Wirral, Rochdale, Liverpool, Skelmersdale, Cheadle, Leigh, Blackburn, Preston, Partington, Manchester, Openshaw and Wythenshawe.


Not quite the right fit?
We recruit across all Qualified Social Work roles including: IRO, MASH, BIA, Child Protection, Children Looked After, EHCP, Mental Health, Adults, REaCH, Team Manager, Service Manager, We recruit across all areas of Qualified Social Work. If you are a Social Worker and this is not the role for you, contact us about other roles including IRO (Independence Reviewing Officer), BIA (Best Interest Assessor), Occupational Therapist, MASH, Children in Need, Duty and Assessment, Child Protection, Children Looked After, Children’s Social Work, Residential Care Practitioner, Children in Need, Adult Social Work, REaCH, Registered Manager, Children's Residential Homes, Service Manager, Head of Service, Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager.

Interested?
Apply now or get in touch for more information.
Know someone who would be a great fit? We offer generous referral bonuses – send this along and let’s talk!