Team Manager - Children with Disabilities (CWD)Role: Team Manager (Children''s Social Care)Service: Children with Disabilities ServiceLocation: Manchester City Council (Hybrid Working)Pay Rate: £46.00 per hourContract: Full-Time, Ongoing Interim ContractAre you an inspirational leader with a deep commitment to championing the rights and welfare of children with complex needs?Following their recent ''Outstanding'' Ofsted inspection grading, Manchester City Council is seeking an experienced, resilient Team Manager to lead their dedicated Children with Disabilities (CWD) team. This specialist service provides vital, multi-agency support to children with severe or profound disabilities, complex medical conditions, and life-limiting illnesses, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care planning and statutory intervention.Core ResponsibilitiesAs a Team Manager within this high-performing authority, your leadership will focus on:Service Delivery and Operational Oversight: Managing a team of Social Workers and Senior Practitioners, ensuring all casework adheres to statutory requirements across Child in Need, Child Protection, and Looked After Children (LAC) frameworks.Practice Leadership and Supervision: Providing robust, reflective supervision and technical guidance to staff, driving high-quality, analytical assessments and purposeful care planning.Performance and Threshold Management: Managing risk effectively, overseeing resource allocation (including short breaks and ..... full job details .....