Team Manager - Integrated Front Door

Lead the way in transforming family support in Stockton!

We are launching a new integrated Family Help Front Door service and are seeking an experienced, dynamic Team Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping this innovative approach. This is your chance to lead a team dedicated to ensuring children, young people, and families receive timely, effective support.

• Provide visionary leadership and direction to the Integrated Front Door team.
• Oversee screening and triage processes, ensuring robust multi-agency responses and timely decisions.
• Drive quality and consistency, embedding strengths-based and systemic approaches.
• Build strong partnerships with agencies and stakeholders to improve referral quality and joint working.
• Manage resources effectively, including budgets, staffing, and performance targets.
• Champion a positive, innovative workforce culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Proven experience in leadership or management within children’s services.
• Strong decision-making and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
• Excellent communication and partnership-building skills.

• Be at the forefront of an exciting new service model that shapes the future of family support.
• Outstanding benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension scheme and wellbeing support.
• Continuous professional development with access to leadership training, mentoring and accredited courses.
• Clear progression pathways - grow your career within a council that invests in its people.
• A supportive, collaborative environment that values innovation, flexibility and work-life balance.

Contact Kellie Wigley, Head of Service – Early Help, Youth Justice and Youth Support  (k)

Apply now and help us deliver a service that puts children and families first.

Interviews are anticipated to take place on 10 February 2026.

Heads up:
We expect strong interest and may close early – apply today!