Multi-Agency Partnership Team Manager

The salary range for this role is £54,636- £58,953 per annum based on working 36 hours per week. Please note whilst we operate a hybrid working model you will need to be office based at least 3 times a week then in line with the business needs at short notice when required. This is a qualified social work role, based at Victoria Gate our Woking office.

We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Information about qualifying criteria to receive this payment can be found HERE.

Surrey Children’s Services are looking for a creative and experienced Team Manager with the drive, resilience to help lead our very busy Children’s Single Point of Access Team. This is a unique and fantastic opportunity for a passionate Social Work Qualified Team Manager to join us.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days’ holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years’ service.
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave.
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Up to 5 days of carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Paternity, adoption, and dependents leave.
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing.
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources.
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents

About the role

We are looking for a MAP Team Manager to lead, develop and professionally guide our multidisciplinary team. You will drive high-quality social work practice by ensuring timely assessments, purposeful interventions and robust safeguarding for children, young people and their families.

Through regular one-to-one and group supervision you will set clear expectations, challenge and support staff, and motivate the team to deliver outcome-focused services while upholding high professional standards and statutory compliance.

Other key activity for this role includes:

• Leadership & Practice Development: Championing high standards of professional practice within the team and across the wider service.
• Deputising for the Service Manager: Taking the lead when required, including managing duty rotas, allocating priority work, and providing expert guidance to team members.
• Chairing Key Meetings: Leading a range of professional, statutory, and multi-agency meetings to drive collaborative outcomes.
• Training & Representation: Supporting the development of best practice through training initiatives, represent the team on working groups, and build strong interagency relationships.

Your Application

We are looking for an experienced team manager with relevant experience in a busy frontline assessment service that can be demonstrated over a sustained period of time.

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills, experience and align with our behaviours:

• A recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England (SWE).
• Substantial post-qualified UK social work experience, including experience in a busy frontline assessment service over a sustained period.
• Proven experience of supervising others (e.g. students, practice educators, or qualified staff) and providing high-quality, emotionally intelligent supervision to support staff development.
• Strong professional leadership skills, including driving practice improvement, making analytical decisions, and preparing clear, evidence-based reports.
• Extensive knowledge of childcare legislation, statutory guidance, and child development.
• Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and addressing inequality.
• Ability to evaluate complex information effectively and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey

To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (no more than 200 words per question):

1. Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role?
2. Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role.
3. Working in an Multi-Agency Partnership team can be quite fast paced, unpredictable and often requires multi-tasking. Using an example, please tell us how you cope under pressure?

Contact us

For an informal discussion please contact CSPA Service Manager Fardowsa Ga’al by e-mail on fardowsa.gaal@surreycc.gov.uk

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 08/06/2026 with interviews planned to follow.

An enhanced DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council

Commitment Wording

We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.

Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we are committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.