Team Manager

Team Manager We are currently recruiting for Team Manager to join our dedicated Children in Care Team. Salary: £52,413 - £54,495 per annum Expires: 09/08/2026 Company: Gloucestershire County Council Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire Job Type: Full Time Reward and Support £52,413 – £54,495 per annum (subject to experience, pro rata for part-time staff) £5,000 welcome payment* Up to £8,000 relocation package** £2,000 retention payment* Flexible and agile working opportunities 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service (pro rata for part-time staff) Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff) Family-friendly policies and benefits to support you and your family Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential counselling and advice available 24/7 online and by telephone In-house Occupational Health service Employee discount scheme Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network Career development and qualification opportunities Access to our Social Work Academy Cycle to Work scheme (eligibility criteria and T&C apply) Green Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (eligibility criteria and T&C apply) *All welcome and retention payments are subject to terms and conditions, tax and national insurance deductions. *Relocation policy is subject to terms and conditions. About the Team As Team Manager, you will lead and support a team of social workers to deliver services of the highest quality. Ensure statutory duties and best practice are followed. Develop a team plan aligned with Children’s Services strategic objectives. Provide management oversight on all cases, with a clear understanding of risk. Manage the team’s workflow and quality- assure work through observations, reflective supervision and the quality assurance framework. Contribute to the development of the framework. Build positive relationships with colleagues within the service and partner agencies to support vulnerable children and young people across the county. About You Social Work England registration. A recognised qualification in Social Work. A full driving licence and willingness to drive. DBS clearance (Enhanced Adults and Children’s). Completed ASYE year (if qualified after 2012). Experience at a senior/advanced practitioner level, with or without previous line management experience. How to Apply For an informal chat about this role, please contact David Stewart at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr