A Local Authority is looking for a Qualified Team Manager for their Children with Disabilities service in Merseyside.

This is a permanent and full-time position that is hybrid working.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)

About the team

This team is apart of a smaller local authority that has a friendly, supportive environment.

As a local authority they promote flexible working and manageable caseloads.

This Local Authority has high aspirations for their children and young people and are focused on making a real difference.

About the job

• Lead and manage services for children and young people with disabilities and their families.


• Supervise, support, and develop social workers and multidisciplinary staff.


• Oversee assessments, care planning, and the delivery of support services.


• Ensure children receive appropriate services, resources, and interventions to meet their needs.


• Manage complex cases involving safeguarding, disability, health, education, and family support.


• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and statutory duties.


• Coordinate effective multi-agency working with health, education, and partner organisations.


• Monitor service quality, performance, and outcomes for children and families.


• Manage team workloads, budgets, and resource allocation.


• Chair or contribute to reviews, planning meetings, and case conferences.


• Promote inclusion, equality, and the rights of children with disabilities.


• Respond to complaints, concerns, and service issues appropriately.


• Lead service improvement initiatives and support continuous professional development.


• Ensure the voice, wishes, and best interests of children and young people are central to decision-making.

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with post qualification management experience in Children's Social Work 

What's on offer?

• Up to £54,495 dependent on experience

• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

• Excellent CPD training & development opportunities

• Free Parking


• Further benefits

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham

07825213518 / scunningham@charecruitment.com

What do you get from working with me?

• CV enhancement

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• One central point of contact

• Interview preparation assistance

• Expert consultation

• Questions answered

• Offer negotiation