Part Time Team Manager

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Disability Social Care 0-25 Service as a part-time Team Manager. As the Team Manager of the Disabled Children’s Referral & Access Team, you will work alongside the Children with Disabilities Team (0-18) and the Young Adults Team (18-25). You will also collaborate closely with in-house providers of short breaks, health and education professionals, and various private and voluntary organizations.

Experience in partnership working and networking is essential, alongside the ability to delegate tasks and lead, develop, and motivate a team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Allocating work and performance monitoring
• Supporting team development
• Understanding case allocation and thresholds
• Demonstrating resilience in a busy environment

Prior experience and understanding of SEND is critical, as is a safeguarding background and experience in managing risk. You will be working 18.5 hours per week. This position will primarily be based at the Buttsgrove Centre in Huntingdon but offers the flexibility to work from home as part of a hybrid model.

About You

Cambridgeshire County Council is seeking a confident and dynamic individual who enjoys building relationships and supporting vulnerable children and young people. You must:

• Be a qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
• Possess strong leadership skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of SEND legislation and processes
• Have knowledge of statutory requirements, safeguarding, and local procedures
• Have supervisory experience and be confident in managing risk

In return, Cambridgeshire County Council offer excellent support and supervision, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a highly creative and dynamic team environment.

Cambridgeshire County Council's Benefits

Cambridgeshire County Council value Cambridgeshire County Council's colleagues and provide a range of benefits, including:

• A comprehensive wellbeing package covering all aspects of wellbeing, accessible to your family
• Up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through a salary sacrifice scheme
• Flexible bank holidays to suit personal circumstances
• Opportunities for development through apprenticeships and qualified coaches
• Paid volunteering hours to positively impact the community
• Access to Peer Support Groups through Cambridgeshire County Council's IDEAL staff equality, diversity, and inclusion network
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Access to Cambridgeshire County Council's Cambs Rewards account for discounts and benefits