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Locum Needs Assessments Team Manager
Bedford, Bedfordshire £40 - 44
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Bedford Borough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Team Manager to lead their busy Referral and Assessment team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective delivery of frontline services, overseeing the initial […]

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Locum Children In Need Qualified Social Worker
West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire £33 - 35
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Nottinghamshire County Council is currently seeking an experienced and committed Locum Qualified Social Worker to join their Children in Need (CIN) team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support vulnerable children and […]

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Locum Child Protection Qualified Social Worker
London, Greater London £38 - 40
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Wandsworth Council is seeking an experienced and dedicated Qualified Social Worker to join their Children’s Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed professional to contribute to improving outcomes for children […]

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Locum Adolescents Team Manager
Northampton, Northamptonshire £39 - 42
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As a Team Manager within Nottingham’s Adolescence Service, you will lead a multi-disciplinary team supporting vulnerable young people and their families. This role is central to delivering high-quality, trauma-informed, and […]

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Locum Child Protection Qualified Social Worker
Bolton, Greater Manchester £37 - 39
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Locum Care Plans Qualified Social Worker
Wokingham, Berkshire £38 - 40
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Join Wokingham Borough Council’s Adult Social Work Team and help empower adults to live independently and with dignity. As a Qualified Social Worker, you’ll work in a strengths-based, person-centred environment, supporting individuals […]

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Locum Child Protection Qualified Social Worker
Huyton, Merseyside £32 - 37
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Join Knowsley Council’s dedicated Children’s Social Care team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. As a Social Worker in the CP and CIN teams, you will work in a supportive environment that values […]

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Locum Child Protection Qualified Social Worker
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire £32 - 33
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join their Child in Need (CIN) Team on a locum basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed professional to work within a […]

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Location
Bedford, Bedfordshire
Employment Type
Locum
Salary
£40 - 44
Band / Experience
Qualified & Experienced
Work Pattern (FT/PT)
Full time
Required Certifications
SWE
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Bedford Borough Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Team Manager to lead their busy Referral and Assessment team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective delivery of frontline services, overseeing the initial response to referrals and safeguarding concerns. A car driver is essential due to the need for flexibility in attending visits and multi-agency meetings across the borough.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strong leadership and supervision to a team of social workers managing referrals and assessments

  • Ensure timely and effective decision-making in response to safeguarding concerns

  • Monitor performance and quality assurance to ensure compliance with statutory duties and local procedures

  • Support staff development through reflective supervision, mentoring, and performance management

  • Work closely with multi-agency partners to coordinate assessments and interventions

  • Manage resources effectively to maintain high standards of service delivery within agreed timescales

Requirements:

  • SWE registration

  • Proven experience as a Team Manager or Senior Practitioner in a frontline children’s team

  • In-depth knowledge of safeguarding legislation, thresholds, and assessment frameworks

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

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