Qualified Children's Team Manager – MASH

Children's Team Manager – MASSH

Role: Children's Team Manager
Location: Stockport
Team: MASSH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding and Support Hub)
Pay: Up to £40 per hour
Contract: Locum – Hybrid (minimum two days per week working from home)

We’re working with Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council to recruit two experienced Team Managers to lead within their busy MASSH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding and Support Hub) service. This is a vital role at the front door of children’s services, ensuring that safeguarding concerns are identified quickly, assessed appropriately, and responded to effectively in partnership with key agencies.

As a MASSH Team Leader, you’ll manage a multidisciplinary team handling initial contacts and referrals. You’ll work closely with partners including police, health, education, and early help teams to provide a fast, coordinated safeguarding response. This is a fast-paced and rewarding environment where strong leadership and sound decision-making are essential.

What You’ll Need:

  • Social Work England Registration

  • Social Work Qualification

  • At least 3 years’ experience in a children's front door or MASH setting

  • Experience managing a team in a safeguarding or assessment service

  • Strong decision-making and multi-agency working skills

  • Flexibility to work from the office a minimum of three days per week

Why Sheldon Phillips?

Because we actually listen to what you need. We’re not just here to fill roles—we’re here to find you the right fit in a supportive and rewarding team. That’s why social workers trust us to help them take the next step in their careers.

If you want to know more about this Children's Team Manager role in Stockport, give Ellis Russell a call on 01635 226350 – let’s have a chat!

And don’t forget – if you refer a friend and we place them, you’ll get £300 as a thank you! (Terms and conditions apply).