| Salary £51,356- £56,770 Per annum | Permanent, 37 hours per week |
Team Manager – Duty and Assessment (East Lancashire)
Are you an experienced Social Work professional looking for your next leadership opportunity? We are seeking a passionate and motivated Team Manager to lead our Duty and Assessment Team in East Lancashire.
East Lancashire is a diverse area with a mix of urban and rural communities, offering a rewarding and varied caseload. No two days are the same, providing an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and families.
As Team Manager, you will lead, support, and develop a team of 5–6 Social Workers within our Duty and Assessment Service. The team is responsible for undertaking initial Child and Family Assessments, identifying need, managing risk, and ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.
We are looking for a candidate who:
For full details of the role and person specification, please refer to the job description.
Interested?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah.Dearden, Senior Manager, on Sarah.dearden@lancashire.gov.uk
Interviews will take place on 24th August.
Please ensure you upload a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria for the role. Applications may not be shortlisted without this evidence.
Applicants must be registered with Social Work England (SWE) or have applied for registration before appointment.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended).
You will be required to provide a vehicle for business use and hold appropriate business insurance. Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants who are unable to drive because of a disability.
Why Lancashire County Council?
In return, we offer a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, flexible working opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Further details can be found on the LCC Vacancies website
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
Lancashire County Council is committed to improving the quality of life for everyone in Lancashire. We believe that all our citizens have the right to be treated fairly. We recognise that some people do not get an equal chance in life.
For some of our children and young people this can have a lasting impact on their future. We will play our part in helping to narrow the gaps that exist between different parts our communities and improving the quality of life of those who have less advantages and are in danger of poor outcomes.
As a community leader, employer and provider of services we want to make sure that everyone in Lancashire has the opportunity to achieve their potential, no matter where they live or what their background, individual characteristics or personal circumstances might be.
