Deputy Manager


Company:	Wax Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	from £14.76 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Grays, RM17 6SL
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	14 Sept 2026
Closing date:	14 Oct 2026

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Summary

Job title: Deputy Manager

Job Category: Social Care Qualified

Location: New Road, Grays, Essex, RM176SL, Thurrock Council

Hours per week 37

Salary: £14.76 per hour

Two days a week in the office minimum 09.00 to 17.30 Monday to Thursday and 09.00 to 16.30 Friday

We are seeking an experienced, energetic, and passionate qualified social worker with experience in a statutory setting. You will be a collaborative team player, able to motivate, support, and empower the staff you supervise. You will think creatively and work effectively in partnership with colleagues and multi-agency professionals.

As a Deputy Team Manager, you will directly supervise three social workers within the Review Team, providing case supervision and clear direction. The Review Team supports children subject to Child in Need plans and undertakes the review and assessment of care packages.

You will deputise for the Team Manager as required, contributing to leadership and the day-to-day management of the team to ensure the delivery of a safe, high-quality service to children and families in line with legislation, guidance, and local policies. You will support the Team Manager in overseeing team performance and ensuring practice standards are maintained in line with national standards and corporate objectives.

You will hold a small caseload of complex cases and support colleagues to develop their skills and embed strong, reflective practice. You will be motivated to drive continuous improvement within the team and service, and able to build effective and timely relationships with key stakeholders.

You will join a dynamic, passionate, and committed team where interventions make a direct difference to the lives of children and families. You will receive regular reflective supervision. The Children with Disabilities Team benefits from a stable and permanent workforce, committed to delivering high-quality practice.

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