Team Manager – Duty and Assessment Team

Specialism / Department: Children’s Social Care – Duty & Assessment
Location: Barnsley, UK
Salary / Pay Rate: £40 per hour
Contract Type: Locum / Ongoing
Working Pattern: Part-Time / Full-Time

Role Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Team Manager to join Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council’s Duty and Assessment Team within Children’s Services. This ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £40 and the flexibility to work part‑time or full‑time, making it ideal for senior practitioners seeking both impact and balance.

As Team Manager, you will lead frontline safeguarding practice, ensuring timely, high‑quality assessments and effective decision‑making at the point of referral. You will provide strong leadership and professional oversight within a fast‑paced environment, supporting social workers to deliver safe and outcome‑focused interventions for children and families.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay: £40 per hour reflecting senior leadership responsibility.
• Flexible Working: Choose part‑time or full‑time hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing training and leadership development opportunities.
• Leadership Role: Lead and influence frontline safeguarding practice within a supportive team.
• Multi‑Agency Collaboration: Work closely with partners across police, health, and education.

Key Responsibilities / What You Will Do

• Lead and manage a team of Social Workers within the Duty and Assessment Team.
• Oversee referrals, screening, and initial assessments, ensuring statutory timescales and quality standards are met.
• Provide regular supervision, coaching, and professional support to staff.
• Monitor and manage risk, ensuring safeguarding procedures comply with legislation and best practice.
• Collaborate with multi‑agency partners to promote integrated and effective responses.
• Ensure compliance with key legislation, including the Children Act 1989 and Children Act 2004.
• Contribute to performance management, quality assurance, and service improvement initiatives.

Requirements / Candidate Criteria

Essential

• Recognised Social Work qualification.
• Social Work England registration.
• Extensive post‑qualification experience in Children’s Social Care.
• Proven experience supervising or managing social workers.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and statutory frameworks.
• Confident, evidence‑based decision‑making skills.

Desirable

• Management qualification or formal leadership training.
• Experience working within front‑door, MASH, or Assessment services.
• Experience contributing to performance monitoring and service improvement.

Why Barnsley

Located in the heart of South Yorkshire, Barnsley offers an excellent blend of vibrant town life and beautiful countryside. With a rich cultural heritage, strong community spirit, and easy access to green spaces and nearby cities, Barnsley provides an outstanding quality of life. It’s an ideal setting for professionals seeking meaningful leadership roles while enjoying a balanced and welcoming lifestyle.

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