Team Manager

Team Manager £45 per hour Hybrid Working Portsmouth PO1Ackerman Pierce is currently recruiting for an experienced Team Manager to join the Child Protection Service at Portsmouth City Council.This is a key leadership role within a fast-paced frontline service, offering the opportunity to lead a team safeguarding vulnerable children, managing risk, and driving high-quality practice across child protection and court work.The RoleAs Team Manager, you will lead a team of social workers within Child Protection, ensuring effective risk management, strong decision-making, and positive outcomes for children and families.You will:

• Oversee all Child Protection cases, including CIN, CP plans, and court proceedings
• Allocate cases and ensure timely progression in line with statutory timescales
• Provide oversight on complex safeguarding decisions and risk management
• Monitor performance through audits, supervision, and quality assurance
• Chair strategy discussions and contribute to multi-agency safeguarding processes
• Support staff development, training, and progression
• Conduct appraisals and performance reviews
• Ensure compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best practice

Requirements

• Social Work England registered
• Strong post-qualified experience within Children's Social Work, including Child Protection
• Previous management or senior practitioner experience preferred
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, court work, and relevant legislation
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive rate of £45 per hour
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Free onsite parking
• Supportive senior management team
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• Work within a service embedding a systemic practice approach

Why Ackerman Pierce?

• Dedicated consultant with sector expertise
• Fast, efficient compliance process
• Weekly, reliable payroll
• Access to exclusive roles not advertised elsewhere

Apply NowIf you're an experienced Child Protection Team Manager looking for your next contract in Portsmouth, get in touch today.Contact George Willett or submit your CV now to be considered.