Locum Safeguarding Team Manager
Beverley, East Yorkshire
Team Manager (Children’s Services)
Location:
East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Brief Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and committed Team Manager to join the Children’s Services team at East Riding of Yorkshire Council on a 3-month contract. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled leader to make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people, and families, while supporting and developing a dedicated team of social work professionals.
As a Team Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality social care services. You will provide professional supervision, leadership, and guidance to your team, ensuring that all work is compliant with statutory responsibilities and driven by a child-centred approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and support a team of social workers delivering services to children and families across the East Riding.
- Ensure effective case management, quality assurance, and supervision practices are embedded within the team.
- Promote and model a relationship-based, strengths-focused approach to social work practice.
- Oversee complex casework and ensure timely, evidence-based decision-making in line with statutory duties.
- Provide regular supervision and mentoring to staff, fostering a culture of professional development, accountability, and reflective practice.
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies and professionals to deliver integrated, multi-agency support for children and families.
- Ensure compliance with all legislation, policies, and procedures relating to safeguarding and child protection.
- Lead team meetings, contribute to service planning, and support performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Represent the service in multi-agency forums and panels, promoting effective communication and partnership working.
About You
You are an experienced, confident, and motivated leader with a strong understanding of children’s social care. You combine excellent people management skills with sound professional judgment and a passion for improving outcomes for children and families.
You’ll be proactive, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Your communication and relationship-building skills will be key to supporting your team and promoting collaborative, child-focused practice across the service.
Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
- Extensive post-qualifying experience in Children’s Social Care, including recent management or supervisory experience.
- Strong working knowledge of legislation and statutory frameworks relating to safeguarding and child protection.
- Proven ability to lead, support, and develop a team of social workers in a complex and challenging environment.
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
- Experience in multi-agency working and promoting effective partnership approaches.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective practice.
Contract & Salary
- Job Type: Locum / Fixed-term
- Location: East Riding of Yorkshire Council
- Service Area: Children’s Services
- Contract Length: 3 months
- Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience
- Working Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
- Working Pattern: Hybrid / On-site as required
About the Service
East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Children’s Services are committed to providing high-quality, child-centred support for children, young people, and families. The service is built on a strong foundation of partnership working, restorative practice, and reflective supervision. As a Team Manager, you’ll play a central role in driving performance, supporting your team, and maintaining a culture that prioritises the safety, wellbeing, and development of children across the region.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Team Manager passionate about improving outcomes for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply using the form on the page.