Assistant Team Manager, Children's Services

St Helens Borough Council is seeking an Assistant Team Manager in Children’s Services. Located in the Northwest near Liverpool, Manchester, and Lancashire, St Helens is a modernizing council dedicated to supporting children, families, and communities. We value our skilled workforce and are committed to their ongoing development.

Role Overview

This pivotal role involves leading a team of qualified social care staff in providing safeguarding assessments, support, and intervention services for vulnerable children. The post requires knowledge of relevant legislation, child protection issues, child development, and working in partnership with families.

Applicants should have at least 3 years of post-qualification experience in social work, including child protection, and be registered or eligible for registration with Social Work England. The role is within the Duty Service, handling referrals, assessments, and enquiries, with some home working and regular attendance at the St Helens office and travel within the area.

This position is subject to Social Work England registration and an Enhanced DBS check.

Additional Information

Interested candidates can review the full job description and person specification on our website. We offer continuous support, development, and career progression. To apply or inquire further, please contact us via email.

We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. St Helens Council is a Disability Confident Leader and values diversity and inclusion in our workforce.