Team Manager (Family Help)
| Posting date: | 08 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £48,948 to £54,423 per year |
| Additional salary information: | plus Market Supplement of £9,350 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 May 2026 |
| Location: | Basingstoke, Hampshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Hampshire County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HCC624035 |
Summary
As a Team Manager in our Family Help Service, you’ll lead a passionate team of social work professionals dedicated to delivering early, targeted support to families in their local communities.
What you’ll do:
• Lead and motivate a team of Social Workers and Family Practitioners to deliver exceptional, child-centred services.
• Oversee casework and ensure compliance with safeguarding principles and statutory guidance.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and adherence to financial procedures.
• Build strong partnerships with multi-agency teams to enhance service delivery.
• Drive service development and continuous improvement initiatives.
What we’re looking for:
• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and relevant legislation.
• Proven experience of care management and supervising social work practice.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and partnership-building skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in complex situations and manage competing priorities.
Why join us
• Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development.
• Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other roles you may be searching for may include: Advanced Social Work Practitioner, Senior Social Worker, Deputy Team Manager, Practice Supervisor, Senior Case Manager, Children’s Services Practitioner
What you’ll do:
• Lead and motivate a team of Social Workers and Family Practitioners to deliver exceptional, child-centred services.
• Oversee casework and ensure compliance with safeguarding principles and statutory guidance.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and adherence to financial procedures.
• Build strong partnerships with multi-agency teams to enhance service delivery.
• Drive service development and continuous improvement initiatives.
What we’re looking for:
• Qualified Social Worker registered with Social Work England.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and relevant legislation.
• Proven experience of care management and supervising social work practice.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and partnership-building skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions in complex situations and manage competing priorities.
Why join us
• Join a supportive team that values collaboration and professional development.
• Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.
To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.
Other roles you may be searching for may include: Advanced Social Work Practitioner, Senior Social Worker, Deputy Team Manager, Practice Supervisor, Senior Case Manager, Children’s Services Practitioner
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