Are you an experienced social work leader ready to pioneer innovative practice that transforms lives? Join Bury Council as we revolutionize support for children with disabilities through our ground breaking 'Let's Do It for Children' vision and cutting-edge Family Safeguarding Model.
This isn't just another management role - it's your opportunity to lead meaningful change, develop exceptional teams, and create lasting impact for some of our most vulnerable children and families. As one of the first North-West authorities implementing the pioneering Hertfordshire Family Safeguarding Model, you'll be at the forefront of evidence-based practice that's transforming outcomes across the country.
As our Team Manager, you'll lead a dynamic, multi-skilled team in delivering truly integrated support that changes lives:
Strategic Leadership Responsibilities:
Team Development - Lead and inspire a team of Social Workers (including EHCP specialist), Assistant Team Manager, and Family Support Workers.
Practice Innovation - Champion our Family Safeguarding Model, integrating Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists.
Case Excellence - Oversee complex cases including Child in Need/Protection planning, pre-proceedings, private/public law proceedings, and Deprivation of Liberty applications.
Capacity Assessment Leadership - Guide your team in Mental Capacity Act 2005 assessments and complex decision-making.
Service Development - Shape and influence evolving disability services, ensuring they meet the diverse needs of children and families.
Partnership Building - Foster collaborative relationships across agencies to maximize family outcomes and reduce unnecessary referrals.
The Transformation You'll Lead: Your leadership will directly impact children with disabilities and their families, helping them build on their strengths, find their own solutions, and thrive in their communities. You'll be developing the next generation of social work practitioners while implementing internationally recognised best practice.
Essential Leadership Qualities:
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Qualified Social Worker with substantial experience in children with disabilities services.
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Proven track record in managing complex cases involving Children Act 1989 and Mental Capacity Act 2005.
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Strong leadership experience with ability to develop confident, skilled practitioners Expertise in child protection planning, court proceedings, and multi-agency working
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Passion for developing others and building high-performing teams
Ideal Experience:
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Experience with Family Safeguarding Models or similar integrated approaches
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Background in motivational interviewing and evidence-based practice methods.
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Understanding of EHCP processes and transitions.
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Court experience in complex disability and safeguarding cases.
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Track record of successful team development and succession planning.
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Knowledge of deprivation of liberty procedures and capacity assessments.
Revolutionary Practice Environment:
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Pioneering Model - Be among the first to implement the acclaimed Hertfordshire Family Safeguarding approach in the North-West.
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Integrated Teams - Work with dedicated specialists including psychologists, mental health practitioners, and recovery workers.
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Evidence-Based Practice - Access to cutting-edge training, research, and development opportunities.
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Innovation Culture - Encouraged to shape services and influence best practice across the region.
At Bury Council, we are committed to improving lives and helping our communities thrive. Guided by our “Let’s Do It” strategy, we work collaboratively with residents and partners to reduce inequalities, support economic growth and ensure everyone can live well in Bury.
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Generous leave up to 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after five years, with the option to purchase additional leave
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Local Government Pension Scheme including life cover of three times your salary
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Enhanced familyfriendly policies parental and carers leave to support worklife balance
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Employee perks discounts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests
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Learning and development wideranging training, qualifications and structured onboarding
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Good Employment Charter employer secure, flexible work, annual pay review, wellbeing support and paid volunteering leave
We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups. Our recruitment processes are fair, transparent and accessible.
We offer workplace adjustments, access to staff networks and accessible recruitment processes to ensure every candidate can perform at their best. Support is available throughout the recruitment process via [email protected].
We guarantee an assessment for applicants who meet the minimum criteria and identify as:
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A member of the Armed Forces community
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A current or former care leaver
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An individual with a disability or longterm health condition
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.
Please note we are unable to support with sponsorship at this time.
As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way.
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We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.
If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the ‘About You’ or ‘Supporting Statement’ section of your application.
Come and join Team Bury!
If you feel you can use your experience to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you! For an informal discussion about the role please contact Kate Press -Head of Service , on 0161 253 5023 / 07484010335 or [email protected].
