Team Manager - Children
Posted on Jun 24, 2026 by CV-Library
London, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£43.8 - £43.8 Hourly
Part-Time
Team Manager – MASH Team
Barnet Council | London
£43.76 per hour | Full-Time Locum | ASAP Start
SW Locums is recruiting on behalf of Barnet Council for an experienced Team Manager to lead its Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This is an excellent opportunity for a strong and inspirational leader to join a high-performing safeguarding service at the forefront of protecting children and supporting families.
This role requires a manager with proven experience of leading a MASH service, someone who can confidently oversee screening, decision-making, partnership working, and the delivery of high-quality safeguarding practice in a fast-paced environment.
The Opportunity
As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and professional oversight to a dedicated team of practitioners, ensuring that children and young people receive timely and effective safeguarding interventions.
You will play a key role in driving performance, maintaining practice standards, and strengthening relationships across partner agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
*
Lead and manage a busy Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub service
*
Provide effective supervision, support, and professional guidance to staff
*
Oversee screening, information gathering, and safeguarding decision-making
*
Drive service performance and promote high-quality practice standards
*
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key safeguarding agencies
*
Monitor quality assurance, compliance, and service improvement activity
*
Ensure statutory responsibilities are met and risks are appropriately managed
*
Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement
*
Support the delivery of safe, efficient, and effective services while maintaining high standards of operational practice
What We're Looking For
*
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
*
Significant management experience within Children's Services
*
Proven track record of successfully managing a MASH Team
*
Excellent safeguarding, child protection, and risk management knowledge
*
Strong leadership, performance management, and decision-making skills
*
Ability to lead confidently within a multi-agency environment
*
Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families
Why Choose Locum Management Roles?
Locum leadership positions offer the opportunity to make an immediate impact, share expertise across different services, and access highly competitive rates while maintaining flexibility in your career. They provide valuable exposure to diverse teams, challenges, and service developments across local authorities.
Why Work with SW Locums?
SW Locums has built a reputation as one of the UK's leading specialist social work recruitment agencies. We work closely with local authorities nationwide and are trusted by both clients and candidates for our professional, honest, and supportive approach.
When you register with SW Locums, you benefit from:
*
Access to exclusive management and senior leadership opportunities
*
Dedicated consultant support from social work recruitment specialists
*
Competitive market rates
*
Reliable and prompt payroll services
*
Long-standing relationships with local authorities across the UK
*
A recruitment partner committed to your success
Referral Bonus
Know an experienced social worker or manager looking for their next opportunity?
Earn £500 for every successful referral placed through SW Locums.
Terms and conditions apply.
If you're an experienced MASH Manager ready for your next challenge, apply today and lead a service that makes a lasting difference to children, young people, and families across Barnet
Barnet Council | London
£43.76 per hour | Full-Time Locum | ASAP Start
SW Locums is recruiting on behalf of Barnet Council for an experienced Team Manager to lead its Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This is an excellent opportunity for a strong and inspirational leader to join a high-performing safeguarding service at the forefront of protecting children and supporting families.
This role requires a manager with proven experience of leading a MASH service, someone who can confidently oversee screening, decision-making, partnership working, and the delivery of high-quality safeguarding practice in a fast-paced environment.
The Opportunity
As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and professional oversight to a dedicated team of practitioners, ensuring that children and young people receive timely and effective safeguarding interventions.
You will play a key role in driving performance, maintaining practice standards, and strengthening relationships across partner agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
*
Lead and manage a busy Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub service
*
Provide effective supervision, support, and professional guidance to staff
*
Oversee screening, information gathering, and safeguarding decision-making
*
Drive service performance and promote high-quality practice standards
*
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key safeguarding agencies
*
Monitor quality assurance, compliance, and service improvement activity
*
Ensure statutory responsibilities are met and risks are appropriately managed
*
Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement
*
Support the delivery of safe, efficient, and effective services while maintaining high standards of operational practice
What We're Looking For
*
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
*
Significant management experience within Children's Services
*
Proven track record of successfully managing a MASH Team
*
Excellent safeguarding, child protection, and risk management knowledge
*
Strong leadership, performance management, and decision-making skills
*
Ability to lead confidently within a multi-agency environment
*
Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families
Why Choose Locum Management Roles?
Locum leadership positions offer the opportunity to make an immediate impact, share expertise across different services, and access highly competitive rates while maintaining flexibility in your career. They provide valuable exposure to diverse teams, challenges, and service developments across local authorities.
Why Work with SW Locums?
SW Locums has built a reputation as one of the UK's leading specialist social work recruitment agencies. We work closely with local authorities nationwide and are trusted by both clients and candidates for our professional, honest, and supportive approach.
When you register with SW Locums, you benefit from:
*
Access to exclusive management and senior leadership opportunities
*
Dedicated consultant support from social work recruitment specialists
*
Competitive market rates
*
Reliable and prompt payroll services
*
Long-standing relationships with local authorities across the UK
*
A recruitment partner committed to your success
Referral Bonus
Know an experienced social worker or manager looking for their next opportunity?
Earn £500 for every successful referral placed through SW Locums.
Terms and conditions apply.
If you're an experienced MASH Manager ready for your next challenge, apply today and lead a service that makes a lasting difference to children, young people, and families across Barnet
Reference: 225284881
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Team Manager - Children
Posted on Jun 24, 2026 by CV-Library
London, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£43.8 - £43.8 Hourly
Part-Time
Team Manager – MASH Team
Barnet Council | London
£43.76 per hour | Full-Time Locum | ASAP Start
SW Locums is recruiting on behalf of Barnet Council for an experienced Team Manager to lead its Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This is an excellent opportunity for a strong and inspirational leader to join a high-performing safeguarding service at the forefront of protecting children and supporting families.
This role requires a manager with proven experience of leading a MASH service, someone who can confidently oversee screening, decision-making, partnership working, and the delivery of high-quality safeguarding practice in a fast-paced environment.
The Opportunity
As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and professional oversight to a dedicated team of practitioners, ensuring that children and young people receive timely and effective safeguarding interventions.
You will play a key role in driving performance, maintaining practice standards, and strengthening relationships across partner agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
*
Lead and manage a busy Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub service
*
Provide effective supervision, support, and professional guidance to staff
*
Oversee screening, information gathering, and safeguarding decision-making
*
Drive service performance and promote high-quality practice standards
*
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key safeguarding agencies
*
Monitor quality assurance, compliance, and service improvement activity
*
Ensure statutory responsibilities are met and risks are appropriately managed
*
Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement
*
Support the delivery of safe, efficient, and effective services while maintaining high standards of operational practice
What We're Looking For
*
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
*
Significant management experience within Children's Services
*
Proven track record of successfully managing a MASH Team
*
Excellent safeguarding, child protection, and risk management knowledge
*
Strong leadership, performance management, and decision-making skills
*
Ability to lead confidently within a multi-agency environment
*
Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families
Why Choose Locum Management Roles?
Locum leadership positions offer the opportunity to make an immediate impact, share expertise across different services, and access highly competitive rates while maintaining flexibility in your career. They provide valuable exposure to diverse teams, challenges, and service developments across local authorities.
Why Work with SW Locums?
SW Locums has built a reputation as one of the UK's leading specialist social work recruitment agencies. We work closely with local authorities nationwide and are trusted by both clients and candidates for our professional, honest, and supportive approach.
When you register with SW Locums, you benefit from:
*
Access to exclusive management and senior leadership opportunities
*
Dedicated consultant support from social work recruitment specialists
*
Competitive market rates
*
Reliable and prompt payroll services
*
Long-standing relationships with local authorities across the UK
*
A recruitment partner committed to your success
Referral Bonus
Know an experienced social worker or manager looking for their next opportunity?
Earn £500 for every successful referral placed through SW Locums.
Terms and conditions apply.
If you're an experienced MASH Manager ready for your next challenge, apply today and lead a service that makes a lasting difference to children, young people, and families across Barnet
Barnet Council | London
£43.76 per hour | Full-Time Locum | ASAP Start
SW Locums is recruiting on behalf of Barnet Council for an experienced Team Manager to lead its Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). This is an excellent opportunity for a strong and inspirational leader to join a high-performing safeguarding service at the forefront of protecting children and supporting families.
This role requires a manager with proven experience of leading a MASH service, someone who can confidently oversee screening, decision-making, partnership working, and the delivery of high-quality safeguarding practice in a fast-paced environment.
The Opportunity
As Team Manager, you will provide leadership, direction, and professional oversight to a dedicated team of practitioners, ensuring that children and young people receive timely and effective safeguarding interventions.
You will play a key role in driving performance, maintaining practice standards, and strengthening relationships across partner agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
*
Lead and manage a busy Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub service
*
Provide effective supervision, support, and professional guidance to staff
*
Oversee screening, information gathering, and safeguarding decision-making
*
Drive service performance and promote high-quality practice standards
*
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with key safeguarding agencies
*
Monitor quality assurance, compliance, and service improvement activity
*
Ensure statutory responsibilities are met and risks are appropriately managed
*
Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement
*
Support the delivery of safe, efficient, and effective services while maintaining high standards of operational practice
What We're Looking For
*
Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration
*
Significant management experience within Children's Services
*
Proven track record of successfully managing a MASH Team
*
Excellent safeguarding, child protection, and risk management knowledge
*
Strong leadership, performance management, and decision-making skills
*
Ability to lead confidently within a multi-agency environment
*
Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and families
Why Choose Locum Management Roles?
Locum leadership positions offer the opportunity to make an immediate impact, share expertise across different services, and access highly competitive rates while maintaining flexibility in your career. They provide valuable exposure to diverse teams, challenges, and service developments across local authorities.
Why Work with SW Locums?
SW Locums has built a reputation as one of the UK's leading specialist social work recruitment agencies. We work closely with local authorities nationwide and are trusted by both clients and candidates for our professional, honest, and supportive approach.
When you register with SW Locums, you benefit from:
*
Access to exclusive management and senior leadership opportunities
*
Dedicated consultant support from social work recruitment specialists
*
Competitive market rates
*
Reliable and prompt payroll services
*
Long-standing relationships with local authorities across the UK
*
A recruitment partner committed to your success
Referral Bonus
Know an experienced social worker or manager looking for their next opportunity?
Earn £500 for every successful referral placed through SW Locums.
Terms and conditions apply.
If you're an experienced MASH Manager ready for your next challenge, apply today and lead a service that makes a lasting difference to children, young people, and families across Barnet
Reference: 225284881
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