Position: Team Manager - Children (Temporary)
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Team Manager Opportunity – Exeter | Up to £40 per Hour

Location:

Exeter, Devon
Rate:
Up to £40.00 per hour

Contract:

Locum

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Team Manager to lead the Kinship & Special Guardianship Order (SGO) Support and Private Fostering team within Devon Council.

This is a key leadership role where you will drive high-quality service delivery and make a lasting difference to children, young people, and families.

About the Role
As Team Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the SGO Support and Private Fostering teams, ensuring statutory duties are met and that carers and families receive effective, high-quality support.

You will lead a team of social workers and family practitioners, promoting best practice and continuous development.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the SGO Support and Private Fostering teams.

• Oversee assessments, support plans, and service delivery.

• Ensure high-quality support for kinship carers and fostering arrangements.

• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners and social work teams.

• Manage budgets and resources effectively.

• Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development to staff.

About You
You will be a confident and motivated leader with strong experience in children’s services, particularly within kinship care, fostering, or special guardianship.

You will champion high standards of practice, reflective learning, and a collaborative team culture.

Essential Requirements
• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration.

• Significant experience in children’s services.

• Proven leadership and management experience.

• Strong knowledge of kinship care, SGO, and private fostering legislation.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to build strong relationships with families and professionals.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a locum manager to step into a well-structured service, lead a dedicated team, and influence positive outcomes across Devon.

Based in Exeter, you’ll be working in a supportive environment that values strong leadership and innovative practice.

Take the next step in your locum leadership career—apply today