Team Manager - Social Work (special Educational Needs And Disabilities) in Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Job Title: Team Manager – Social Work (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)

Location: Wolverhampton, UK
Rate: £41.42 per hour
Contract Type: Locum | Full-Time | Ongoing

Lead with Purpose in a Role that Makes a Real Impact

We are seeking an experienced Team Manager to lead the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Family Help Service in Wolverhampton. This is a unique opportunity to lead a committed and multidisciplinary team delivering vital support to children and young people aged 0–25 with complex disabilities. If you are passionate about driving meaningful change, shaping inclusive services, and fostering strong team culture, this could be your next career-defining role.

Perks and Benefits

• Full-Time Stability: Secure a consistent role while maintaining your work-life balance.

• Excellent Pay: Competitive hourly rate of £41.42 reflects the value of your leadership and expertise.

• Varied Caseload: Experience a stimulating, diverse range of responsibilities that ensure professional growth.

• Professional Networking: Expand your professional circle across health, education, and social care sectors.

• Meaningful Impact: Drive measurable outcomes that directly benefit children, young people, and their families.

About the Service

Wolverhampton is leading the way in integrated, forward-thinking family support. The SEND Family Help Service evolved from the city’s former Disabled Children and Young Persons Team. Operating within the framework of the Families First for Children Pathfinder, this model ensures families receive proactive and holistic care across sectors. The service places a strong emphasis on early intervention, co-production, and seamless transitions between children’s and adult services.

Your Role: Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing social care team delivering support to children and young people with complex SEND needs.

• Supervise team performance, ensuring statutory safeguarding duties, risk assessments, and care planning are consistently met.

• Drive a culture of best practice, learning, and continuous improvement across all aspects of service delivery.

• Support two Senior Social Workers specialising in children’s interventions and transitions to adulthood.

• Coordinate with partner agencies in health, education, and care to ensure joined-up, person-centred support.

• Oversee resource planning, team scheduling, case allocation, and performance appraisals.

• Report progress, challenges, and service developments to the Service Manager, contributing to strategic planning and innovation.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.

• Demonstrated success in managing a children’s or SEND social work team.

• Strong knowledge of statutory safeguarding procedures, transition planning, and multi-agency collaboration.

• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and decision-making skills.

• An innovative thinker with the ability to drive quality improvement in complex disability support services.

Why Wolverhampton?

Wolverhampton blends historic charm with a vibrant cultural scene and a warm community spirit. Whether you're exploring its museums and theatres, enjoying scenic parks, or benefiting from excellent transport links, this city offers the ideal balance of personal and professional fulfilment.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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Apply now to lead an innovative SEND service and make a difference in Wolverhampton.