A Local Authority is looking for a Qualified Team Manager for their Children with Disabilities service in Merseyside. This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working. 

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available) 

About the team 

 This team is apart of a smaller local authority that has a friendly, supportive environment. As a local authority they promote flexible working and manageable caseloads. This Local Authority has high aspirations for their children and young people and are focused on making a real difference.

About the job 

• Lead and manage services for children and young people with disabilities and their families.
• Supervise, support, and develop social workers and multidisciplinary staff.
• Oversee assessments, care planning, and the delivery of support services.
• Ensure children receive appropriate services, resources, and interventions to meet their needs.
• Manage complex cases involving safeguarding, disability, health, education, and family support.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and statutory duties.
• Coordinate effective multi-agency working with health, education, and partner organisations.
• Monitor service quality, performance, and outcomes for children and families.
• Manage team workloads, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Chair or contribute to reviews, planning meetings, and case conferences.
• Promote inclusion, equality, and the rights of children with disabilities.
• Respond to complaints, concerns, and service issues appropriately.
• Lead service improvement initiatives and support continuous professional development.
• Ensure the voice, wishes, and best interests of children and young people are central to decision-making.

About you 

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification management experience in Children’s Social Work 

What's on offer? 

• Up to £54,495 dependent on experience

• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

• Excellent CPD training & development opportunities 

• Free Parking
• Further benefits 

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham

07825213518 / scunningham@charecruitment.com  

What do you get from working with me? 

• CV enhancement 

• Application form enhancement 

• Access to many jobs in the market 

• One central point of contact 

• Interview preparation assistance 

• Expert consultation 

• Questions answered 

• Offer negotiation