Children with Disabilities Team Manager


Company:	Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Salary:	£53,460 - £54,495
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Knowsley, L36 9YU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Aug 2026
Closing date:	4 Sept 2026

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Summary

A Local Authority is looking for a

Qualified Team Manager for their

Children with Disabilities service in

Merseyside. This is a

permanent and 

full-time

 position that is

hybrid working.

You must have a Diploma/Degree in Social Work and have the right to work in the UK (no VISA sponsorship available)

About the team

This team is apart of a smaller local authority that has a friendly, supportive environment. As a local authority they promote flexible working and manageable caseloads. This Local Authority has high aspirations for their children and young people and are focused on making a real difference.

About the job

Lead and manage services for children and young people with disabilities and their families.

Supervise, support, and develop social workers and multidisciplinary staff.

Oversee assessments, care planning, and the delivery of support services.

Ensure children receive appropriate services, resources, and interventions to meet their needs.

Manage complex cases involving safeguarding, disability, health, education, and family support.

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and statutory duties.

Coordinate effective multi-agency working with health, education, and partner organisations.

Monitor service quality, performance, and outcomes for children and families.

Manage team workloads, budgets, and resource allocation.

Chair or contribute to reviews, planning meetings, and case conferences.

Promote inclusion, equality, and the rights of children with disabilities.

Respond to complaints, concerns, and service issues appropriately.

Lead service improvement initiatives and support continuous professional development.

Ensure the voice, wishes, and best interests of children and young people are central to decision-making.

About you

The successful candidate will have a social work degree with

post qualification management experience in 

Children's Social Work

What's on offer?

Up to £54,495 dependent on experience

28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent CPD training & development opportunities

Free Parking

Further benefits

For more information, please contact Samantha Cunningham

07825213518 /

scunningham@charecruitment.com

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