Safeguarding Hub Manager

The job itself

Following an internal promotion, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a new Team Manager. Are you a passionate and experienced social worker looking to make a real difference? Join our dynamic and dedicated team at East Riding of Yorkshire Council as a Team Manager leading our Early Help Hub. This is your chance to lead a vibrant team and contribute to our journey towards excellence.

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Be at the forefront of safeguarding and early help, ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.Supportive Environment: Work within a highly visible service that is well-regarded within the Council and the Safeguarding Children’s Partnership.Professional Growth: Benefit from our solid foundation of practice standards, quality assurance frameworks, and the Workforce Academy, which support consistent, high-quality social work practice.

About the Role: As the Team Manager for the Early Help Hub, you will:

Lead a small team of Early Help and Prevention Practitioners, managing all early help requests.Provide management support within the Safeguarding Hub and collaborate with co-located partners in a multi-agency forum.Ensure children receive timely and appropriate services by making confident and informed decisions.

What We Offer:

A Collaborative Approach: Our Stronger Together model is strengths-based, solution-focused, and relational, fostering excellent, collaborative relationships.Tools for Success: We equip you with the tools to build meaningful relationships and make lasting changes for those who need us most.A Supportive Team: Join a team of managers who work together to ensure the best outcomes for children and families.

What We’re Looking For:

A qualified and registered social worker with experience in a Children’s Front Door Service.A dynamic leader who promotes positive and proactive working.A competent decision-maker who ensures the safety of children at the first point of contact.Someone who can provide swift direction and excellent management oversight to ensure the right outcomes for every child and family.

Key Responsibilities:

Work within a quality assurance framework and provide high-quality support and supervision for staff.Demonstrate the ability to work in a fast-paced environment as part of a multi-agency team.Foster positive working relationships with a range of different agencies.

Next Steps: If you want to find out more, please email Sarah Heald, Area Manager, at [email protected] to arrange a conversation. Alternatively, if you are ready to apply, please submit an application form.