Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Locality Team, Wakefield Council

Vitalis · Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Locality Team, Wakefield Council at Vitalis, based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, paying £40.00 per hour. This is a contract role with hybrid working.

Salary
£40.00 per hour
Location
Wakefield, West Yorkshire · Hybrid
Contract
Contract
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
28 Aug 2026
Sector
Local Government

About 29% above the going rate for local government

Reference OR-2968

About the role

Qualified Social Worker, Team Manager, Locality Team, Wakefield Council
Pay rate to £40 per hour
Contract role
Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work as a Team Manager in a Locality Team in Wakefield Council.
To manage a locality team of 8 social workers undertaking assessments, CIN, CP and PLO/court work. Must have experience of managing one of the fieldwork team previously- some hybrid i.e. 2 days a week at home on non-duty week- duty is 1 in 4 weeks. Post is to cover maternity so could be extended.
  
Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
  • Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
    • Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
    • Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
    • Looked After Children (LAC)
    • Children’s Social Work
    • Adult Social Work
    • Service Manager
    • Head of Service
    • Team Manager
    • Assistant Team Manager
    • A wide range of housing roles
    • Careers in SEND in local authorities

 Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on [email removed] or [phone removed] for more information.

Reference: OR-2968 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 28 Aug 2026 · Listed via Vitalis

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