Assistant Team Manager - Hart and Rushmoor

Advance Your Career in Social Work with Hampshire County Council! We are now seeking an experienced Qualified Social Worker to join us as Assistant Team Manager. As an Outstanding Local Authority, Childrens Services Directorates have worked hard and established new Family Help Teams dedicated to providing tailored support to families in their local areas. What you’ll do: As an Assistant Team Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting Social Workers within the Family Help Hubs. Your responsibilities will include: Working with children under child protection plans, child-in-need plans, and those involved in Public Law Outline/Initial care proceedings. Contributing to multi-agency practices by conducting pre-birth and parenting assessments. Focusing on contextualized safeguarding for adolescents. Implementing the Hampshire Approach, ensuring the child's voice is heard and their views recorded. What we’re looking for: Proven experience gained from at least three years in frontline statutory social care practice, working collaboratively with children, young people, and their families. Passion and commitment to improving outcomes and the lived experience of the children we serve. A Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England. A current driver’s licence, access to a reliable vehicle on a regular basis, and business insurance. Why join us? You'll be part of a strong, safe, and supportive team environment, where your contributions are valued and recognized. In addition to a very competitive salary and benefits, we offer extensive training and development opportunities - with 5 CPD days - to enhance your skills and further your career. PA Support: Crucial back-office support to free up your time to focus on professional practice. Thorough Induction: A supportive induction to enable you to feel confident and knowledgeable in your role. Nine-Day Fortnight: A nine-day fortnight working schedule. Flexible Working: Mobile phones and hybrid devices for flexible and remote working, with a choice of office locations. Relocation Assistance: Up to £8,500 to help qualified social workers settle into their new area and role. Family-Friendly Policies: Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption entitlements. Health and Wellbeing: Services, networks, and training to support your health and wellbeing. Staff Discounts: Discounts on holidays, insurance, loans, health and fitness, broadband TV and phone, food and drink, and more. Annual Leave: Minimum of 25 days per annum (pro rata), rising to 28 days (pro rata) after 5 years' service, plus Bank Holidays. Travel Support and Discounts: 10% discount on MOTs, cycling discounts, and 0% interest loans. Local Government Pension: Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Location: Cambridge Road Family Centre, Aldershot, GB

Posted Date: 8/6/2025