Team Manager - Warrington - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading agency in social work is seeking a Team Manager for Children's Services in Warrington. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £46.00 and involves providing strong leadership to a social work team. Responsibilities include overseeing complex child protection cases and ensuring service improvement. The position promotes flexible working hours and values professional growth in a supportive environment. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced leaders to make a difference in the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Competitive Hourly Rate

Professional Growth

Supportive Team Culture

Work–Life Balance

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within social work.
• Strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding practices.
• Ability to manage and support a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and practice leadership to the team.
• Conduct performance appraisals and reflective supervisions.
• Drive service improvement and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Manage HR processes and support staff wellbeing.

Job description

Specialism: Social Worker – Children’s Services
Location: Warrington, UK
Salary: £46.00 per hour
Contract: Ongoing Locum
Schedule: Full Time / Part Time

Step into a pivotal leadership role as a Team Manager within Warrington’s Children’s Services. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and dynamic leader to guide a high-performing social work team, ensuring best practice, safeguarding excellence, and high-quality outcomes for children, young people, and families. Enjoy flexibility, competitive pay, and a supportive environment where your leadership truly makes a difference.

Perks and Benefits

Flexible Working: Choose between full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle and personal commitments.

Competitive Hourly Rate: Earn £46.00 per hour, recognizing your leadership, expertise, and commitment.

Professional Growth: Access continuous training and development opportunities to strengthen your leadership and practice.

Supportive Team Culture: Join a workplace that values creativity, resilience, and collaborative working.

Work–Life Balance: Enjoy a role that prioritises staff wellbeing and understands the importance of maintaining a healthy balance.

What You Will Do

Provide strong operational and practice leadership to social workers and support staff within the team.

Lead reflective supervisions, performance appraisals, and practice observations to maintain a high standard of service delivery.

Offer oversight and direction for complex child protection and looked-after children cases, ensuring safe and timely decision-making.

Work closely with partner agencies to support integrated safeguarding and effective multi‑agency collaboration.

Drive service improvement, promote best practice, and ensure consistent compliance with statutory requirements.

Support staff development, manage HR processes, and foster a supportive environment that encourages staff retention and wellbeing.

Why Work in Warrington?

Warrington offers a vibrant and welcoming community, excellent transport links, and a strong sense of local identity. With a blend of history, innovation, and great quality of life, it is an ideal setting for professionals looking to advance their careers while working in a thriving and supportive environment.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is an award‑winning and trusted agency with an Excellent rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews. We are dedicated to securing the best possible roles and rates for skilled professionals, matching your expertise with opportunities that help you succeed.