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Team Manager Children in Need


Company : Randstad Care


Location : Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber


Created : 2026-03-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionIs this the role you are looking for If so read on for more details, and make sure to apply today.Children's Social Work Team Manager - Area TeamWe are currently recruiting for experienced Interim Children's Social Work Team Managers to lead busy and dynamic Children in Need Team in Leeds.This is an excellent leadership opportunity for accomplished practitioners with proven team management experience and the ability to oversee high-quality social work practice from referral through to permanence.Leeds operates a restorative and family-led approach, placing strong emphasis on relationship-based practice, strengths-based interventions, and achieving sustainable outcomes for children and families.Benefits:Dedicated consultant - your single point of contactWeekly payrollAccess to CPD & training via our e-learning portalRegular updates on relevant opportunitiesReferral bonus of up to 300 (T&Cs apply)Responsibilities:Manage and oversee cases from referral through to permanence and adoptionProvide leadership across assessment, CIN, Strategy discussions, S47, CP, PLO and Care ProceedingsEnsure practice is delivered in line with Leeds' restorative and family-led modelManage and positively influence team culture and performanceProvide outcome-focused supervision and support decision makingOversee safeguarding risk management and statutory complianceSupport complex case direction and safety planningTo be considered for the role, ideally you will have:Qualified Social Worker (Diploma / Degree in Social Work)Social Work England registrationProven experience in a Team Manager / Leadership role within Children's ServicesDemonstrable ability to manage cases across the full statutory pathwayStrong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and court processesExperience managing performance, supervision, and staff developmentConfident decision-maker with strong leadership skillsThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-regarded local authority and lead a service committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. xjdpvnf Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.