Maternity cover team manager

Job Introduction

Job Title: Maternity Cover Team Manager 

Salary: £50,000 - £59,000 per annum 

37 Hours per Week

Location: WorcesterTeam: South Team 1

Fixed Term Contract 

The Role.
Worcestershire County Council are looking for a skilled, child-focused Team Manager to join our locality safeguarding team for a fixed term maternity cover post of between 9-12 months.  

Our Team Managers play a central role in supporting our social workers to achieve great outcomes for our children and young people.  You will join a stable and committed management group, supervising 5 or 6 social workers who hold children subject to Child Protection plans, and may also be the subject of PLO pre-proceedings and care proceedings, all the way through to a child's permanence plan.  

Your team will progress children's plans in a timely manner, ensuring their voice and robust assessment is at the heart of our work. 
Worcestershire have an excellent and established management development and training pathway which you will be supported to participate in. 

We are looking for candidates with a strong background in safeguarding and Court work, and experience of supervising and supporting staff.

About You

We’re seeking a passionate, skilled and confident team manager with the following skills: 

Leadership and Management

•    Proven ability to lead, motivate and support social work teams in a busy safeguarding environment

•    Strong decision making skills with the confidence to manage risk and prioritise effectively

•    Ability to provide reflective supervision that promotes professional development

Safeguarding Expertise

•    In depth knowledge of statutory safeguarding responsibilities, child protection procedures and relevant legislation

•    Skilled in managing complex cases and guiding practitioners through challenging situations

•    Understanding of early help, multi agency working and child centred practiceCommunication and Collaboration

•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills

•    Ability to develop positive working relationships with partner agencies, including police, schools, health services and voluntary organisations

•    Skilled in chairing meetings, including strategy discussions and multi agency reviewsQuality and Performance

•    Experience of monitoring performance, ensuring compliance with policy and improving practice standards

•    Ability to analyse information, identify patterns of concern and implement service improvements

•    Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing demands

Professional Attributes

•    Compassionate, resilient and committed to high quality outcomes for children and families

•    Confident in managing difficult conversations and supporting staff through complex emotional work

•    Flexible, reflective and able to adapt to changing prioritiesValues and Behaviour

•    Demonstrates integrity, accountability and a child focused approach

•    Encourages a culture of learning, openness and continuous improvement

•    Promotes equality, diversity and inclusive practice 

Why Join Us

•    Work within a supportive, reflective and forward-thinking environment

.•    Access high-quality training, supervision and development opportunities.

•    Enjoy flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

•    Join a service that values innovation, professional integrity, and putting children first.


For further information please contact: Danielle Chute Group Manager on dchute@worcestershire.gov.uk

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.For further information please contact: (Please insert hiring manager name and contact details)Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 14/04/2026

Anticipated Interview Date: 24/04/2026