Childrens Team Manager – Children with Disabilities Service – #000B41B41

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Team Manager to join the Children with Disabilities Service at Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. You will lead a skilled and committed team of social workers, overseeing case management, safeguarding, and care planning for children with disabilities and their families across the Tameside area.

Key responsibilities include providing strong leadership and supervision to your team, managing complex caseloads, driving safeguarding practice, and promoting innovative, partnership-focused approaches to care planning. You will be passionate about improving outcomes for children with disabilities and committed to the highest standards of social work practice.

Candidates must hold a recognised social work qualification and be currently registered with Social Work England. Prior experience in a team manager or senior leadership role within a children’s disabilities or related children’s services setting is essential.

This is an interim role based at Gardenfold Way, Droylsden, Tameside (M43 7XU), offered at £27.36–£46 per hour via XMS. Hybrid working is available, with free car parking at Jubilee Gardens. Start date 31 August 2026, end date 31 October 2026.

Please note: the GM Pledge Compliance Attributes Questions (DfE Attributes 2025) must be completed and attached to the candidate record prior to submission.

If you are a motivated leader ready to make a real difference for children with disabilities in Tameside, apply now.

What’s on offer:

* Excellent, competitive pay rates – paid weekly
* Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
* A desirable location with great transport links
* A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment

Why join Semester.co.uk?

* Free ongoing CPD and training opportunities to enhance your skills
* Competitive rates of pay with prompt, reliable payments through our in-house payroll
* Enhanced DBS processing included
* Dedicated, friendly consultant offering tailored support
* Access to a wide range of opportunities in your chosen location

Ready to take the next step? Click ‘Apply’ now to express your interest in this role, or explore other exciting opportunities with Semester.co.uk.