Team Manager - Duty and Assessment

Team Leader – Duty & Assessment
Location: Manchester
Team: Duty & Assessment
Pay: Up to £45 per hour
Contract: Locum

Are you an experienced Team Leader looking for an exciting opportunity in a fast-paced Duty & Assessment team? This role is ideal for a strong leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality services for children and families.

You’ll be managing a team of six social workers, with the potential to supervise students, ensuring that assessments and interventions are carried out effectively. This role is fully office-based, with duty weeks once every five weeks, based in Hulme.

What You’ll Need:

  • Social Work England Registration

  • Social Work Qualification

  • At least 3 years’ experience in Children’s Services

  • Experience in Court Proceedings, Looked After Children, and Care Planning

  • Strong relationship-building and advocacy skills

  • Flexibility to travel locally and occasionally further afield

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 Team Leader – Duty & Assessment role in Manchester, 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).