Team Manager, Family Safeguarding – Children's Services

Surrey County Council; Guildford; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority in Guildford seeks a Team Manager for their Family Safeguarding Team on a six-month secondment. The position requires managing social workers, supporting their development, and contributing to service strategies. The role offers a salary range of £54,636 to £58,953, with additional benefits including relocation packages and professional development opportunities. Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and already work for Surrey County Council.

Benefits

Relocation package

Social Worker Registration fee paid

Annual leave up to 30 days

Car lease scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing discounts

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a social work team.
• Ability to support staff development and training.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support social workers in the Family Safeguarding Team.
• Contribute to service strategies and policies.
• Ensure safe practice and effective management of workloads.

Skills

Leadership

Social work practice

Team management

Motivational interviewing

Education

Registered with Social Work England

Job description

A local authority in Guildford seeks a Team Manager for their Family Safeguarding Team on a six-month secondment. The position requires managing social workers, supporting their development, and contributing to service strategies. The role offers a salary range of £54,636 to £58,953, with additional benefits including relocation packages and professional development opportunities. Applicants must be registered with Social Work England and already work for Surrey County Council.