Deputy Team Manager - Childcare Disability Team

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Job reference REQ
05738 Date posted 16/07/2026 Final date to receive applications 02/08/2026 Location Neath Civic Centre Salary 10: £45,091- £49,282per annum (plus a market pay supplement of £3,000 per annum to be reviewed 31.03.2027) Package Generous holiday entitlement, Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme with 22.4% employer contributions, discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure and excellent development opportunities Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type Social Care Attachments Deputy Team Manager CCDT JDPS REQ
05738.docx Reasons to work for NPTCBC June

Location of post: Neath Civic Centre, Neath, SA11 3QZ

Is this post a secondment? NO

Your workstyle will be a mobile hybrid worker, however an office presence is expected in line with the needs of the service.

About the role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and committed Deputy Team Manager to play a key leadership role within our Childcare Disability Team, helping to drive positive outcomes for children, young people and families.

You will be responsible for supporting the Team Manager in providing an efficient and effective service to disabled children and their families from the point of referral through to transition support and includes Children in Need of a Care and Support Plan, Looked After Children and Child Protection and Court work. The team is well-established and consists of experienced Social Workers, a Consultant Social Worker, an Occupational Therapist, the ASD and NDD Lead For NPT, Practice Support Workers, Portage workers and administrative support.

Some of What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing professional leadership and guidance to Social Workers and Support Workers.
• Managing a small caseload of complex cases to stay connected to frontline practice.
• Supporting the development and delivery of our service to maintain excellence.
• Helping shape a culture of learning, support, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

It’s an exciting time in Children and Young People Services! We’re proud of ourstrong and stable management team, and we’re making real progress towards our goals ofquality practice, family support, and effective risk management.

• Low average caseloads mean you can focus on doing your best work.
• Training and development are top priorities—we invest in you.
• Supportive leadership that values your voice and your growth.

What We Offer

• Acompetitive salaryand secure employment.
• Generous leave: 25 days annual leave (rising to 32 after 5 years), plus 2 extra days at Christmas.
• Excellent benefits: pension scheme, sick pay, and a Health & Well-being Group.
• Staff perks: staff lottery, discounts, and a relocation scheme if you’re moving to the area.

What You’ll Need

• A recognised
  
  Social Work qualification.
• Registration with Social Care Wales.
• At least three years’ post-qualifying experience working with children and young people.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a service that strives for excellence while supporting its staff to thrive—we’d love to hear from you.

About us:

We believe in rewarding and recognising our colleagues’ efforts and achievements. We also believe that there’s life at work and life outside of work. We want everyone to be healthy and happy and have the financial resources and support they need.

Choose to work for us and you’ll be rewarded with a range of attractive benefits and support to help you live your best life.

• Flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Benefit from a competitive employee package witha remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
• Enjoy a holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service (not forgetting the additional 8 bank holidays too)
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app…