Team Manager – MASH (Children's Safeguarding)

About the role

Opus People Solutions is recruiting on behalf of Suffolk County Council for an experienced Team Manager to lead the Integrated Front Door/MASH service. The Front Door is the first point of contact for children and families, making this a pivotal role within Children’s Services.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop a high‑performing multi‑agency Front Door team.
• Provide clear management oversight of contacts, referrals and threshold decisions.
• Drive timely, safe and effective safeguarding decision‑making.
• Support social workers and practitioners to deliver strengths‑based, child‑centred practice.
• Ensure high‑quality risk assessment and safeguarding interventions.
• Monitor performance, quality assurance and service outcomes.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with partner agencies across the safeguarding network.
• Promote a culture of learning, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support practitioners with complex case discussions and decision‑making.

Required profile

• Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
• Significant management experience within Children’s Social Care.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, thresholds, risk assessment and statutory responsibilities.
• Experience leading teams within MASH, Front Door, Assessment or similar services.
• Confident decision‑maker able to provide direction in complex situations.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding outcomes for children and families.
• Proven ability to drive performance, improve practice and support workforce development.
• Committed to visible and accessible leadership.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive rate of up to £45.50 per hour.
• Opportunity to lead within a pivotal safeguarding service.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.
• Chance to influence practice and drive positive outcomes for children and families.
• Ambitious service committed to continuous improvement.