Social Work Team Manager - Assessment Team

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Team Manager - Assessment Team

Location: Middlesbrough, UK Hourly Rate: £36.61 Contract Type: Locum (Ongoing) Work Type: Full Time / Part Time

Join a High-Impact Frontline Service

Take the lead in Middlesbrough's Assessment Team , where your expertise and leadership will drive forward high-quality services for children and families. This locum opportunity offers both flexible working hours and a competitive hourly rate of £36.61 , ideal for those seeking a rewarding, ongoing role that balances professional purpose with personal flexibility.

Key Benefits

Flexible Working: Choose from full-time or part-time hours to fit your lifestyle.

Competitive Pay: Attractive hourly rate reflects your leadership and frontline experience.

Professional Development: Access ongoing training and development to elevate your leadership capabilities.

Supportive Environment: Join a culture that values collaboration, supervision, and continuous improvement.

Dynamic Work: Thrive in a varied, fast-paced environment that keeps your skills sharp and your impact real.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As Team Manager, you will ensure the delivery of robust, child-centred statutory assessments. Your leadership will support Social Workers and Advanced Practitioners in safeguarding children and driving effective interventions.

Lead and manage a team of frontline social workers and practitioners.

Oversee the delivery of timely, high-quality statutory assessments.

Provide expert guidance on complex, high-risk cases.

Conduct case audits and reviews as part of quality assurance processes.

Collaborate with multi-agency professionals including health, police, and education.

Support team development through supervision, mentoring, and CPD planning.

Monitor and drive performance aligned with Ofsted and national standards.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications:

Degree in Social Work or equivalent

Registration with Social Work England

Management qualification (or willingness to complete one)

Experience:

Significant experience in statutory children's social care

Strong background in assessment and safeguarding

Proven supervisory or team management experience

Skills & Knowledge:

In-depth understanding of legislation including the Children Act 1989 and Working Together 2018

Resilient leadership with sound decision-making under pressure

Skilled in performance monitoring and compliance management

Why Middlesbrough?

Located in the heart of the North East, Middlesbrough is a thriving town rich in community spirit and cultural diversity. With easy access to beautiful coastlines, local parks, and the North York Moors, it's a perfect blend of urban energy and natural charm - an excellent place to both live and work.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning social care recruitment agency. Rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot , we are committed to finding you high-quality roles that reflect your experience and career goals. You'll benefit from dedicated support, competitive pay, and roles with lasting impact.

Apply now to step into a role where your leadership shapes lives and strengthens services.