We are seeking a Team Manager to join our superb Integrated Front Door (IFD). When you work with us, you'll literally be working with the best practitioners and leaders in the field.

We are an Ofsted GOOD children’s services provider with OUTSTANDING leadership.

The teams are based at Havertop Police Station, Normanton and you will be subject to full police vetting.

What will be expected from me?

You will play a central role in achieving positive outcomes for children and young people in Wakefield District. You will be working with a small and well supported team led by engaging and supportive senior managers who are committed to making a difference to families within Wakefield.

What can I expect?

Excellent Salary grade range: G13 Team Manager - £52,573.00 .

This is a Full-time post of 37 hours per week with workplace based/flexible option available.

30 days of holidays plus 8 bank holidays.

What I might be doing?

Working with partners, (Multi-Agency safeguarding Hub, MASH) is an integral part of the job.  You will be making sure children, young people and their families get the right service, at the right time.

Our teams have close (most co-located) working relationships with the range of partner organisations across the district. Our collaborative partnership approach is a real strength in Wakefield and means that we are able to find the best ways to make a difference to our children and their families. 

Why Wakefield Council?

• Opportunities to work across 3 IFD Teams, 1 EDT Team and CVE/Missing;

• Free parking onsite.

• Support and access to a high-quality training programme to progress your career to the next level.

• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient Social Worker Staff need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace. Access to Wellbeing Coaching if required, Support for Carers, a Sense of Belonging.

• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).

• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

• Access to the Gym within the police station at a very small monthly cost.

Essential requirements:

• BA or MA in Social Work, Diploma in Social Work, or equivalent, recognised by the Central Council for Education & Training in Social Work.

• Registered with Social Work England.

• Experience of working with children and families as a qualified Social Worker.

• An ability to build strong relationships with, colleagues and partner agencies.

• An ability to write high quality reports and assessments and analyse information effectively.

To view a video, highlighting some of the key quotes and parts of our recent Ofsted report, click here.

To view our Ofsted report, click here

For further information about any of the roles please contact

Integrated Front Door Tracey Yates tyates@wakefield.gov.uk