Qualified Children's Team Manager – Duty and Assessment

Qualified Children's Team Manager – Duty and Assessment

Role: Qualified Children's Team Manager – Duty and Assessment
Location: Manchester
Team: Duty and Assessment Service
Pay: Up to £46ph
Contract: Locum
Ofsted: Good

Manchester City Council is looking for a dedicated and experienced Qualified Children's Team Manager to join their Duty and Assessment Service. This is a fast-paced frontline role where you'll lead and support a team of social workers handling incoming referrals and undertaking assessments to safeguard and support children and families.

You’ll be responsible for managing performance, overseeing high-quality assessments, and ensuring statutory requirements are met. You’ll also be expected to chair strategy discussions, support newly qualified staff, and work closely with multi-agency partners to achieve positive outcomes for children.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives under pressure and is confident in leading an assessment team in a large, diverse local authority.

What You’ll Need:

• Social Work England Registration

• Social Work Qualification

• At least 5 years’ experience in children's services

• Experience in duty, assessment, and managing social work teams

• Strong decision-making, risk analysis, and leadership skills

• Flexibility to travel locally when required

Why Sheldon Phillips?

Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.

If you want to know more about this Qualified Children's Team Manager – Duty and Assessment role in Manchester, give Ellis Russell a call on 01635 226350 – let’s have a chat!

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